Health & Fitness

Medical debt will no longer appear on credit reports due to a new rule finalized by the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau. The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau is removing $49 billion …

Snowstorms bring more than just flurries. Even relatively minor ones pose health risks since the cold temperatures can lead to frostbite and hypothermia, and shoveling snow can trigger heart attacks. …

With the dawning of a new year, many people resolve to lose weight – and try a new diet. Approximately 45 million Americans start a new diet every year. A …

Diagnosing precisely what type of asthma a child has and fine-tuning the treatment for it involves an invasive procedure under general anesthesia. For children with mild asthma, it's just not …

The U.S. surgeon general wants labels on alcohol to include a new warning about the link between drinking and the increased risk of certain forms of cancer. Cans and bottles …

In Pawtucket, Rhode Island, near a storefront advertising "free" cellphones, J.R. sat in an empty back stairwell and showed a reporter how he tries to avoid overdosing when he smokes …

Changes to Pennsylvania's Medicaid program this year include added coverage of biomarker testing for cancers and reimbursements for doulas, a move aimed at expanding access to their services. As of …

When it comes to men and women over 50 who aspire to live healthy, 2025 could be a banner year. Why? Well, the numbers tell the story, and this year, …

Looking for a lunch that’s as satisfying as it is healthy? This turkey and pear sandwich is a perfect blend of creamy avocado, savory turkey, crisp lettuce, and juicy pear …

Medical accounts of red wine headaches go back to Roman times, but the experience is likely as old as winemaking – something like 10,000 years. As chemists specializing in winemaking, …