Health

Increasingphysical activityin midlife or later may reduce the chances of developing dementia by up to 45%, according to a recent study published in JAMA Network Open.Researchers at the Boston Unive[...]

The holidays are a time for family, food and festive cheer — but for many people, they also bring an unwelcome guest: heartburn.It’s no coincidence thatcases of refluxspike this time of year, accor[...]

AWest Virginia judgeruled on Wednesday that parents can use religious beliefs to opt out of school vaccine requirements for their children.Raleigh County Circuit Judge Michael Froble on Wednesday i[...]

A major new study has found a notable connection betweenuntreated sleep apneaand an increased risk of Parkinson’s disease.A team of researchers from Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU) stud[...]

The biggest shopping day of the year may be Black Friday, but the cannabis equivalent happensthe day before Thanksgiving.Despite potential health risks, "Green Wednesday" has been named the second-[...]

While being on a GLP-1 can help toaccelerate weight lossand regulate blood sugar, it also has the potential to change how people interact socially.As the holidays approach, sitting down for meals w[...]

A new study from Northwestern Medicine suggests that currentlung cancer screening guidelinesmay be missing most Americans who develop the disease — and researchers say it’s time for a major change.[...]

Days after Tatiana Schlossberg announced that she has terminal cancer, the spotlight is on the warning signs ofacute myeloid leukemia (AML).John F.Kennedy’s granddaughter, 35, shared the details of[...]

Pumpkin is a staple ingredient in manyholiday dishes, like pumpkin pie, breads, soups and even ravioli.In addition to its seasonal appeal, pumpkin has been shown to have many health benefits.Accord[...]

An experimental medication was shown to help boostweight lossby up to 20%, a study found.Eloralintide, a once-weekly injectable manufactured by Eli Lilly in Indianapolis, led to "meaningful, dose-d[...]