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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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A New Direction in Depression Research
Mental Health

A New Direction in Depression Research

Natalie Gukasyan, MD | September 9, 2021

The treatment of depression has improved dramatically over the last half-century. The introduction of selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs) in…

A Shortage of Doctors and Nurses

A Shortage of Doctors and Nurses

Charles B. Inlander | September 9, 2021

Even before the COVID-19 pandemic, there was a growing shortage of doctors and nurses across America. The problem was particularly…

Pollution Protection
Nutrition

Pollution Protection

David Carpenter, MD | September 8, 2021

No matter where you live, you’re likely exposed to pollutants such as heavy metals, pesticides, phthalates, and flame retardants. Scientists…

The Promise of Palliative Care

The Promise of Palliative Care

Joe Rotella, MD | September 7, 2021

Palliative care can significantly improve the quality of life for people living with serious illnesses. This care provides life-changing relief…

The Cardiologist’s View: Care for your heart like a Nobel-prize-winning physician

The Cardiologist’s View: Care for your heart like a Nobel-prize-winning physician

September 6, 2021

For months, I had been feeling pressure in my chest after running. As a cardiologist, I should have instantly recognized…

These Boots Are Made for Hiking
Exercise & Fitness

These Boots Are Made for Hiking

Philip Werner | September 5, 2021

What could be better than ­hiking through a beautiful wooded area…or up a mountain trail…on a bright sunny day? Lots…

Poison Ivy Alert

Poison Ivy Alert

Laura Ferris, MD, PhD | September 4, 2021

Summer is finally here, and Mother Nature is calling you outside. Long walks in nature, trips to the local forest…

Self-Care for Asymptomatic COVID-19
Wellness

Self-Care for Asymptomatic COVID-19

Lise N. Alschuler, ND | September 4, 2021

Many people getting COVID tests so they can travel or because they have been exposed to others with ­COVID are…

Drink Without Derailing your Diet
Nutrition

Drink Without Derailing your Diet

September 1, 2021

A glass of wine with dinner or a cocktail when out with friends can dulgence can undermine otherwise healthy eating…

A Lump in the Lung: Often No Cause for Alarm
Wellness

A Lump in the Lung: Often No Cause for Alarm

September 1, 2021

Hearing that you have a growth in your lung can be terrifying, but for most people, it’s an unfounded fear.…

Overcome Fatty Liver Disease
Diseases & Conditions

Overcome Fatty Liver Disease

September 1, 2021

The liver is a 3-pound, rubbery organ that sits on the right side of your abdomen, below the diaphragm and…

Ask the Expert: Hand Therapy

Ask the Expert: Hand Therapy

September 1, 2021

Q: I am 78 years old and I have bent fingers on each hand, mainly the middle ones. Sometimes, my…

When Standing Is Unbearable
Wellness

When Standing Is Unbearable

September 1, 2021

Like everything else, your blood is subject to the laws of gravity. When you stand up, gravity pulls blood into…

The Science Behind Acupuncture

The Science Behind Acupuncture

September 1, 2021

For 3,000 years, acupuncture has been a staple of Chinese health care, where it is regularly used to treat conditions…

Can Exercise Trigger a Heart Attack?
Wellness

Can Exercise Trigger a Heart Attack?

Barry A. Franklin, PhD | September 1, 2021

Regular physical activity offers a wide range of health benefits, including protection against the development of heart disease. But in…