Women in their mid-60s and older often stop having cervical cancer screenings. That’s because most major medical organizations advise women to stop screening once they...
Health
Catering to readers seeking insights on adopting healthier habits for their physical and mental well-being, this section offers practical advice on exercise, fitness, heart health, nutrition, and other facets of personal wellness. From tips on movement and diet to in-depth discussions about cardiovascular health and the mind-body connection, the goal is to provide a well-rounded perspective on taking an informed, holistic approach to one's health.
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What Your Eye Exam Can Reveal About Your Health
A visit to your eye doctor can go far beyond just improving your vision. Using specialized instruments, eye doctors can shed light on your overall...
Is Your Loved One’s Depression Getting Worse?
You’ve done your best to help your partner manage her ongoing severe depression—encouraging her to enjoy activities…supporting her treatment…taking her to therapy appointments…and just being...
A Gentler Way to Start Your Day
Sunrise alarm clocks,” also known as “dawn simulators,” emit slow-building light that mimics the rising sun. Not only is this a gentle way to wake,...
Why Does My Ear Hurt?
When you have an earache, you may assume that you have an ear infection. But while middle ear infections are an extremely common cause of...
Make Sure Your Tap Water Is Safe
You know you should be drinking lots of water, and you know about the environmental evils of bottled water. But how can you be sure...
How to Succeed at Quitting Sugar
Our parents warned us that eating sugary foods would rot our teeth. It turns out that dental problems are just one of the many ways...
Remembering Better
Do you frequently forget where you left your keys but can recall with crystal clarity the days leading up to and after your wedding 40...
Is Dried Fruit Healthy?
We all know that fruit is good for you—but what about when it’s dried? Is freeze-dried fruit healthy…and is there a best dried fruit? The...
The Shroom Boom
As the public grows increasingly health-conscious, mushrooms have moved into more grocery carts than ever. People use them to replace meat in their meals, add...
Capgas Syndrome
Throughout time and across cultures, people have faced an eternal question: Are people really who they say they are? This question manifests in everything from...
10 Practical Strategies to Boost Memory Now
Even though forgetfulness is not a normal consequence of getting older, sometimes it’s hard for people of any age to keep dozens of details straight...
