Feelings of persistent sadness, loss of interest in previously pleasurable activities, having trouble finding motivation and being fatigued – these are all common symptoms of depression, sometimes called major depression.…
When the weather turns chilly, a bowl of homemade soup can feel like the perfect comfort. This vegan butternut squash soup blends roasted squash with onion, garlic, and warm spices…
Not smoking is still the best way to lower your risk of lung cancer. But doctors are seeing something unexpected: more people who have never smoked are being diagnosed with…
Asthma inhalers emit significant amounts of greenhouse gases that contribute to global warming, a new study shows. Metered dose inhalers, the most frequently prescribed in the U.S., account for 98%…
Tramadol, a common opioid, is only slightly effective at treating chronic pain, a new study says. It also puts people at higher risk for adverse cardiac events including congestive heart…
Scents can influence the way you feel, both mentally and physically. That’s the idea behind aromatherapy, a practice that uses essential oils to help reduce stress, boost mood, and support…
Money can't buy happiness or love – but it may buy more years of life, a new national report suggests. Older adults in the poorest 20% of the U.S. population…
The vast majority of children in the U.S. are sleeping less than their parents think, new research show. Most children are also not getting the recommended amount of sleep.
Costco is now selling weight-loss drugs Ozempic and Wegovy for discounted rates. Members can purchase the drugs for $499 per month with a prescription.
Peripheral arterial disease (PAD) is a common circulatory problem characterized by narrowed arteries that reduce blood flow to the limbs. Approximately 6.5 million people aged 40 and older in the…