The newly discovered BRZ batCoV shares a key feature of SARS-CoV-2, one that could allow it or similar viruses to infect human cells.

Visceral fat is stubborn belly fat that can increase your risk for heart disease, cancer, diabetes and more. Here’s how to reduce it.

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries has recalled several lots lisdexamfetamine dimesylate capsules, a generic form of Vyvanse, after testing found they failed to dissolve properly.

Seattle isn’t the only city that’s faced difficult neighborhood conversations when deciding where to locate services for people in mental health crises.

The names women use for their anatomy are linked to their well-being. Playful terms were tied to negative body image, while certain informal language used during intimacy was associated with more positive sexual experiences.

Legionnaires’ disease is a severe form of pneumonia caused by Legionella bacteria. The bacteria is often found in natural and man-made water systems.

Keratin is the tough protein that forms hair, nails and hooves. It’s also responsible for something far stranger: human horns.

To answer these questions, registered dietitian nutritionist Carrie Dennett spoke with Georgia-based dietitian Sherry Coleman Collins, MS, RDN.

Energy drinks offer a quick pick-me-up. But experts say regularly consuming these caffeine and sugar-spiked drinks could be harming your liver.

There’s a new kind of health revolution happening online. Forget rushed GP appointments and overbooked clinics — today’s health experts are wellness gurus who wear yoga pants, talk cortisol levels, and sell empowerment. Last week, the Wall Street Journal was …

Explore the best nutrients to prioritize when you have high blood pressure, including foods featured in the DASH eating plan for managing hypertension.

A new conference in Minneapolis invites speaker Dr. Sharon Malone, who says menopause can be the best time of a woman’s life.

What if looking in the mirror could do more than show your reflection? New research suggests a digitally altered face can take you on a journey back to your own past, unlocking long-forgotten details.

New pediatric data show declines in peanut and other food allergies after early introduction guidance. Clear evidence, clear advice, real results.

Brain's nightly cleaning cycle, crucial for clearing waste like beta-amyloid, falters with sleep loss. This disruption weakens the synchronisation bet

Hassles are part of life, but the way we react often makes them worse. ACT skills can help you handle them with greater ease

There are a lot of cases of hand, foot and mouth disease in Maryland and around the country right now, but officials says it’s rarely dangerous.

Researchers say advance could make early screening for structural heart disease possible on a large scale

Scientists say the return to "standard time" is good for our health. But the time change can be disruptive and we must also adjust to more winter darkness. Syncing our habits to our body clock helps.

The Americas is the only region of the world to have stopped endemic transmission of measles. But its victory is on the verge of being rolled back.

Answers to some of the most frequently asked questions about vaping and its effects.

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By restructuring a common chemotherapy drug, scientists increased its potency by 20,000 times. In a significant step forward for cancer therapy, researchers at Northwestern University have redesigned the molecular structure of a well-known chemotherapy drug, …

In a world filled with supplements and quick fixes, it’s easy to forget that our kitchens hold centuries of wisdom. According to cardiologist, Dr Alok Chopra, “True wellness doesn’t always come in supplements, sometimes, it’s simmering on your stove.” These e…