A new study reveals that the nature of heart disease mortality has transformed over the past five decades.

Many people have that I-need-a-hug feeling these days. Here are surprising ways to stimulate the release of the feel-good hormone oxytocin — without a hug.

Selena diagnosed with breast cancer at 30 weeks pregnant. “I couldn’t have a turkey sandwich or sushi, but they could pump something into me that was gonna knock me on my ass. It sounded so wrong,’ she says, of the prospect of starting chemo.

Vitamin C fuels skin regeneration by unlocking genes that drive cell growth—making aging skin act young again.

Having ADHD can pose challenges at work. Common symptoms include trouble concentrating and sitting still. Inattention and hyperactivity also may impact memory, planning and organization. Adults with the disorder may find it difficult to meet deadlines and to …

It does not have to be something drastic like an intense workout session at the gym, rather it can be a brisk walking session, some yoga, dancing or e

According to the Virginia Department of Health, someone with a confirmed case of the measles traveled through Dulles last week.

Many common prescription drugs block the body’s ability to keep us cool.

Eating earlier than you think — and pairing it with a short walk — could be the metabolic trick your sluggish mornings are begging for.

Alcohol is notoriously bad for health, and a recent study might add "long-term effects on brain health" to the growing list of ways drinking can cause harm.

Dr. Roach shares tips for good sleep hygiene including consistent sleep patterns, regular exercise, and avoiding troublesome medications.

Regular physical activity isn’t just good for the body—it protects the brain as we age.

Your pelvic floor supports organs like your bladder, bowels and reproductive system. Strengthen it with exercises and mantras (like "squeeze before you sneeze") from physical therapist Sara Reardon.

Young patient with leukemia, organ failure recovers after experimental treatment with SCD solution

Cardiologist lost weight by following the "Work Diet." He eats a healthy diet during work hours and whatever he wants for dinner and on the weekends.

Scientists find volatile compounds in ear wax may help detect Parkinson's disease earlier than traditional methods, offering a potential inexpensive screenin...

Obsessing over your fitness tracker can make you feel awful.

A new COVID variant called "Nimbus" is spreading. Here's what you need to know about the incubation period, symptoms (including "razor blade throat") and when to take a test.

Cannabis, also known as marijuana or weed, is widely consumed worldwide, whether for recreational or medicinal purposes. Over the past decades, the use of cannabis has been fully legalized or decriminalized in various countries worldwide, including Canada, ma…

For some assault survivors, Katie Simon writes in this excerpt from her upcoming book, ‘Tell Me What You Like,’ “good sex” doesn’t happen easily. Sometimes it’s not even the goal.

How do people end intimate relationships? Researchers have identified 45 ways people break up, grouped into nine tactics and three overarching strategies.

The genetic disease harlequin ichthyosis affects the transport of fats within the skin, resulting in hard, scalelike plaques and an array of other symptoms.

A recent study found body fat percentage is a more accurate predictor of mortality than BMI.

A combination of genetics and drinking instant coffee is linked to an increased risk of developing a common form of age-related macular degeneration, a new study has found.

How much fast food do Americans eat in a given day? Are there healthy fast-food options? Fast food accounts for many calories among young Americans