Simple ways to improve your life (and health) this week.

Colistin is a potent, last-resort antibiotic used only to treat people with dangerous, life-threatening bacterial infections that have developed resistance to other drugs. But it's not foolproof. Worldwide, resistance to colistin is spreading, further diminis…

This is one hack that could increase your life expectancy

Save money by switching out meat options

Beyond cholesterol, daily habits significantly impact heart health. Simple 5-minute lifestyle tweaks, like post-meal walks and mindful breathing, can

The British scientist examines the techniques that companies use to influence public opinion and how these tactics impact our health

Things women over 50 should do every night include avoiding alcohol, hydrating, eating a protein-rich snack, deep breathing and taking magnesium.

Social media is awash with claims it can help us destress and lower cortisol levels – but experts warn against these "quick fixes".

A collaborative team from Penn Medicine and Penn Engineering has uncovered the mathematical principles behind a 500-million-year-old protein network that determines whether foreign materials are recognized as friend or foe. How does your body tell the differe…

Lower diversity in the oral microbiome was linked to higher depressive symptoms in a large U.S. sample, with especially strong associations among men and non-Hispanic Whites. Differences in microbial composition were also observed between depressed and non-de…

The Department of Agriculture is considering a plan to vaccinate poultry against bird flu for the first time, including evaluating how it would affect exports, the agency told Reuters.

It’s one of the most common drinks in households worldwide, often consumed with little thought about its long-term effects. But what if I told you that ... Continue Reading →

A recently published observational study analyzed data for daily coffee drinkers and mortality.

When it comes to losing weight, many of us rush to try the latest trendy diet or complex exercise routines, often overlooking something much simpler and ... Continue Reading →

Nuts and seeds are a great way to increase your protein intake, and get a boost of other nutrients. Here are the ones dietitians recommend.

After a shocking pre-diabetes diagnosis, an active grandfather transformed his health by eating slower and making better food choices, lowering blood sugar...

A recently published observational study analyzed data for daily coffee drinkers and mortality.

Outbreaks everywhere… Salmonella in pistachio cream Listeria in packaged meals sold in many ...

Dietitians reveal the six “bad” foods you should eat to help lower blood pressure. Discover what they are and why they may actually be heart-healthy.

Wearing traditional cosmetic face masks from their homeland of Madagascar, they agreed to be photographed to take a stand.

A new study has examined brains affected by PTSD at the single-cell level, uncovering distinct genetic alterations that may drive the disorder.

The National Institutes of Health will phase out its support of the clinical practice guidelines that advise doctors how to diagnose and treat HIV.

A study finds a link between chronic kidney disease and Restless Legs Syndrome. RLS affects many CKD patients, especially those on dialysis. Iron defi

Both women say they developed permanent vision loss.

What you need to know about walking for fitness.