Health

Plastic surgeons are sounding the alarm: More young men are giving themselves filler in the name of "looksmaxxing." And the results are horrifying.

Mental health workers may hold the harshest views toward the very patient population they’re supposed to help: people with opioid addiction.

New study of 5,000+ Brazilians finds strange experiences rarely tied to illness, and half say they helped in the long run.

New research shows how fast you walk can help protect your brain as you age.

Ron Simon, food safety lawyer who has prosecuted thousands of poisoning cases names the raw foods he refuses to eat—and why.

Arizona recorded 171 Candida auris cases in 2026, up nearly 30% from last year. The drug-resistant fungus spreads in hospitals and nursing homes.

Over 1 million people a year die from diarrheal disease. Nearly half are kids under age 5. A new vaccine in trials offers great hope.

Virus reactivations by SARS-CoV-2 could worsen initial symptoms and increase risk of Long Covid

Tens of thousands of U.S. parks—everything from national forests to local hiking trails—sit precariously close to EPA-designated toxic sites, researchers found.

High blood sugar and inflammation travel hand in hand. These expert-backed morning tips can help reduce both and set the tone for a healthier day.

Excess protein may strain the body in sedentary people, but adding exercise and plant-based protein sources could unlock compounding longevity benefits.

Researchers found that “super movers” showed greater brain resilience. Here’s what that means — and how you can become one.

Perinatal psychiatrist Dr. Uruj Kamal Haider and Kriti Lodha joined a special edition of "Healthful" to talk more about mental health conditions, including postpartum psychosis​.

Uganda risks losing the economic benefits of its youthful population unless it increases investment in children’s health, education, nutrition and protection, the Equal Opportunities Commission has warned.

Cases of Candida auris, a fungus found in healthcare facilities, are rising rapidly this year, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says.

Sleeping in on the weekends to make up for lost sleep won't necessarily counteract the effects of sleep deprivation. Here's why and what to do instead.

New research finds that people who steer clear of key cardiovascular hazards at midlife live much longer before developing dementia.

Hundreds of residents in Busanza Sub-county, Kisoro District, have benefited from free medical services during a three-day outreach organised by Makerere University medical students to improve access to healthcare in rural communities.

A new scientific statement says moderate coffee consumption might benefit heart health for many people.

Chemicals used to kill germs in homes, schools, daycares and offices may carry hidden health risks science is just now beginning to understand.

After years of chronic pain and mystery symptoms, Sabrina Castaldi says she uncovered an unexpected culprit.

Dietitians say matcha is one of the best morning drinks to help fight inflammation. Here are 4 science-backed reasons to start sipping.

For years, doctors advised against hormone therapy for women in the menopausal transition. Now everyone's talking about how great it is. Is it really a wonder drug that women should all be on?