Whole grains may improve several heart risk factors at once
Light exposure at night may raise risk for heart disease
Children of centenarians may stay healthier and live longer too, study finds
A lumbar belt may help ease low back pain
Signs of pneumonia: Sometimes vague and unexpected
The surprising link between ovarian cancer and the fallopian tubes
Using a vibration plate: What it can — and can't — do for your body
People who walk more or walk faster live longer, study finds
Rosacea treatments: What works?
For sleep apnea, a dental device may be as effective as CPAP
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What should you know about atrial fibrillation without heart disease?
A new heart rhythm diagnosis can be unsettling, even when other tests look normal. Find out what to discuss with your doctor next.
What does a slightly high lymphocyte percentage mean on my bloodwork??
Learn what an unexpected shift in white blood cells may mean and when it deserves a closer look with your doctor.
Men might be more likely than women to rely on their doctors when making health care decisions
A 2026 analysis indicated that among adults ages 50 and older, men were more inclined than women to rely on medical professionals when making health care decisions and less likely to put quality of life ahead of simply living longer.
What is hyperparathyroidism and how does it affect the body?
Hyperparathyroidism involves excess hormone production from tiny neck glands and can disrupt calcium balance, bone health and overall well-being.
Does a colonoscopy affect blood donation?
A recent colonoscopy may raise questions before you donate blood, but the reason behind this screening question may surprise you.
What tests may confirm sarcoidosis?
Suspected sarcoidosis can involve several tests, and the path to diagnosis may depend on where doctors can safely find useful tissue.
Body odor: How it changes — and how to improve it
Every person smells a little different, due to genetics, hygiene habits, and the skin’s microbiome (the microbes that naturally live on the skin), but body odor occurs when someone’s scent becomes foul. It is most noticeable when people are sweating, but body odor changes sometimes signal certain health conditions.
What does a low white blood cell count mean?
A lower-than-usual white blood cell count is often temporary, especially after illness. Find out what your number may mean and when retesting might be needed.
When is swelling in both feet a concern?
Swollen feet can stem from everyday factors or underlying health conditions, and recognizing the possible causes can help guide your next steps.
What can cause enlarged red blood cells?
Enlarged red blood cells on a routine blood test can have several explanations. Find out what your results may mean and when follow-up is needed.
Whole grains may improve several heart risk factors at once
Light exposure at night may raise risk for heart disease
Children of centenarians may stay healthier and live longer too, study finds
A lumbar belt may help ease low back pain
Signs of pneumonia: Sometimes vague and unexpected
The surprising link between ovarian cancer and the fallopian tubes
Using a vibration plate: What it can — and can't — do for your body
People who walk more or walk faster live longer, study finds
Rosacea treatments: What works?
For sleep apnea, a dental device may be as effective as CPAP
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