7 smart ways to avoid sun damage this summer
While it feels great to bask under the warm rays of the sun during the summer, by now we all know that too much of a good thing isn’t any good at all. UV exposure […]
Forget 10,000 steps. This walking trick may help you live longer
When it comes to your long-term health, slow and steady may lose the race. That’s because the speed at which you walk may be a better indicator of your long-term health than your weight or […]
8 types of dreams & how they can guide you
Is there anything more enigmatic than the dreaming self? Part prophet, trickster, sage, and stage director, the Dreaming Self points us in directions we would otherwise not think and perhaps not even choose to look. […]
11 important facts about Sickle Cell Disease
Sickle Cell Disease is a group of inherited red blood cell disorders that also known as Sickle Cell Anemia, Hemoglobin S or SS disease and Sickling disorder due to hemoglobin S. Image Credit: monkeybusinessimages / iStock. 1. Why is […]
Memory cafes offer dementia patients & caregivers a day out with dignity
Coping with a loved one’s dementia is difficult enough at home, where they’re surrounded by familiar faces and objects. Going out to social activities can become a major ordeal, and many caregivers and patients suffer […]
5 dangerous health problems your fitness tracker might pick up
You’re counting your steps, tracking your workouts and measuring your sleep with your wearable fitness tracker. But these devices can do more than help you improve your health—the data they track can help you spot […]
The rate of new cancers in every state
In 2019, more than 1.7 million American families will deal with a cancer diagnosis, according to the American Cancer Society. There are dozens of types of cancer, and despite the fear the word itself can […]
Everyday things that may be making you sick
If you’re a germaphobe, you might not want to read this post. Or maybe you’ll extremely want to read it. It’s up to you. But in any case, it turns out that a ton of ordinary […]
The quest for a healthy burger: Amazing veggie burgers in every state
Burgers are lauded as an American classic, a perfect meal for a summer BBQ or trip to your local diner. May is National Hamburger Month — and it’s a time for everyone to celebrate, including […]
A guide to good mental health for women at every age
Each stage of your life can create different and new challenges to good mental health. The events that worry you as a 20-year-old probably won’t be the same as what causes you stress when you’re 50. […]
These medications should never be mixed with alcohol
Drinking alcohol while taking medication may seem like no big deal, but combining the two can often be very dangerous. If you’ve been prescribed medication and aren’t sure if it’s OK to drink that red wine, you might […]
4 cancer prevention steps you can start in childhood
You can lower your children’s risk of getting cancer later in life by getting them vaccinated against HPV and helping them make healthy choices. When Kristina had a routine Pap test in 2014, at age 34, she […]
8 tips for having a healthy relationship (even with kids)
“Don’t forget to make time for your marriage.” As my husband and I prepared to become parents, schlepping to childbirth education classes and talking with excited relatives, this advice cropped up over and over again […]
Study seeks to measure just how lonely people really are
How lonely are people today? That’s what Duke University’s Center for Advanced Hindsight hopes to discover, and if isolation and digital media are part of the problem or can be part of the solution. The study, […]
Emotional spending: What it is & how to overcome it
If the lamp on your desk, the mirror above your daughter’s changing table and those trinkets in your kitchen were all purchases made after a particularly stressful situation, you might be an emotional spender. And […]
What intense nightmares can reveal about your health
Intense nightmares are often the result of normal things like garden-variety stress — or they could be a signal of a physical health issue. Image Credit: DepositPhotos.com. What causes nightmares? All dreams occur during REM […]
Skin cancer rates in all 50 states
Millions of Americans are treated for different types of skin cancers every year. According to recent data from the Blue Cross Blue Shield Association’s Health of America report, skin cancer affects 4.3 percent of BCBS members […]
7 of the most important medical tests you need to get after 50
You may have noticed that your routine physicals include a lot more discussion of tests than they did a decade or two ago. Because age is a risk factor for many diseases, including type 2 […]
The best online therapy sites for moms
If you told me eight years ago I could find a licensed psychologist to come to my apartment in New York City for less than $150 and without spending months on a waiting list, I would have […]
5G biometric wearables have arrived, but cows will get them first
A 5G-connected biometric wearable sounds like the kind of device companies like Apple and Samsung will be working on for a launch in the next decade. But some don’t need to wait until 2020 and […]
Living with lupus: 9 answers to common questions
Lupus can affect many parts of your life, but, many men and women with lupus live long, healthy lives. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services offers the following guidance on some of the […]
What are the symptoms of lupus?
Lupus is a long-term autoimmune disease that can affect the body in various ways, though the symptoms are usually not constant. Lupus most often consists of flares (the symptoms worsen and you feel ill) and […]
This one simple move could lower your blood pressure by 10%
In popular culture, a firm grip has long been associated with a macho image. But it turns out that an increased hand grip strength can help both women and men reduce the dangers associated with high blood […]
How many minutes per day you need to move to reduce your risk of early death
What are you doing right now? If you’re like most of America, myself included, it’s likely you’re sitting down. In fact, you’ve probably been sitting down for a while, whether at a desk, in a […]
Can you recognize a heart attack or stroke?
When it comes to life-threatening conditions like heart attack or stroke, every minute counts, so knowing the signs and symptoms of some of the more deadly health threats like a heart attack or stroke can […]
Can these common kitchen items cause cancer?
To avoid toxic chemicals, you avoid secondhand smoke, buy organic, and stay away from processed meats. But chances are that there are also plenty of carcinogens lurking on the shelves and in the cupboards of […]
There are 3 types of strokes. Here’s what you need to know about them
The type of stroke a person has affects both the type of treatment they receive and whether they are able to recover fully or at all. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention […]
The best ways to maintain strong bones as you age
If you’re a woman 50 or older who undergoes a bone density test, there’s a one-in-two chance the results will indicate you have osteopenia. If so, your immediate question will probably be: What does that […]
How to stay safe in an Uber or Lyft
Millions of people use ride services Uber and Lyft every week. It’s convenient and reliable. But every now and then a startling story comes out that makes some people question whether that convenience and reliability […]
How to survive a stroke: 7 things you need to know
Strokes can cause lasting brain damage, long-term disability, and even death, so if you notice the symptoms of a stroke for yourself or someone near you, call 911 right away. The sooner you get treatment, the better […]