Former President Joe Biden announced this weekend that he has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer, the second leading cause of cancer death for men in the …
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Fractures aren’t fun at any age, but as you get older, they can lead to serious complications. That’s why keeping your bones strong is important as you age. Fortunately, protecting …
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Calorie counts on menus and food labels may not help consumers choose healthier foods, new research shows
Calorie information alone does not help people determine whether foods are healthy, new research shows. In some cases, it may lead people to make less healthy food choices. Realizing calorie …
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Smartwatches promise all kinds of quality-of-life improvements; here are 5 things to keep in mind
Smartwatches and other wearable devices can feel almost magical. Strap on a Fitbit, Apple Watch or Samsung Gear and you're suddenly presented with a stream of data generated by – …
A column I wrote in February 2023, focusing on the mental health of men, was distinctively different. I told the personal story of U.S. Sen. John Fetterman, who had checked …
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Subtle cyberbullying, like excluding peers from group chats, is just as traumatic as overt attacks, study shows
The most extreme forms of cyberbullying, like direct threats, often get the spotlight, but more subtle, indirect forms can be equally traumatizing, a new study shows. The study found that …
Men are more than twice as likely to die from broken heart syndrome than women, according to a new study. Broken heart syndrome, also known as takotsubo cardiomyopathy, is a …
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FDA takes first step to remove fluoride tablets and drops for children from the market
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has begun the process to eliminate fluoride drops and tablets prescribed to children to prevent tooth decay. Though fluoride helps prevent cavities, the supplements …
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Independence Blue Cross introduces ‘Better Together’ campaign to tackle loneliness epidemic
Independence Blue Cross (IBX) announced the launch of “Better Together,” a public awareness campaign to highlight the health impacts of loneliness and empower people to build stronger, more meaningful connections. …
Just like if you were doing a new workout for the first time, it may feel a little uncomfortable when you first try therapy. But if you keep at it, …