In the world of men’s health any sign of progress is welcome, even if it comes in the context of conflicting messages. Recently, the Cleveland Clinic revealed the results of …
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High deductible health insurance plans have become more popular; here’s how to know if one is right for you
The final weeks of the year offer an opportunity for many people to consider their health insurance options for the upcoming year. Open enrollment for plans sold on government-run marketplaces …
Can you change your personality? Psychology research says yes, by tweaking what you think and do
Have you ever taken a personality test? If you're like me, you've consulted BuzzFeed and you know exactly which Taylor Swift song "perfectly matches your vibe." It might be obvious …
KINGSTREE, S.C. — One morning in late April, a small brick health clinic along the Thurgood Marshall Highway bustled with patients. There was Joshua McCray, 69, a public bus driver …
American voters’ tendency to vilify their political opponents is rooted in fear, mental health experts say
Nearly half of American voters view their political opponents as 'downright evil,' Johns Hopkins polling data show. Mental health experts say that sentiment is rooted in fear, distracts from real …
Adolescents who have weight-loss surgery experience enduring health benefits, according to new research. A study published Wednesday in the New England Journal of Medicine found that people 19 and younger …
At Halloween, CHOP helps families of hospitalized infants celebrate by dressing them in costume
Hospitals on holidays can be difficult for families. "Those are the hardest moments to be here, when you really, really wish you could be anywhere else celebrating that holiday with …
Being overweight or too skinny in childhood may adversely affect people's lung function as adults, new research shows. Previous studies have had mixed results when looking at a correlation between …
Vigorous workouts may reduce appetite by a greater amount than less intense exercise, a new study suggests. High-intensity exercise suppresses levels of the hormone ghrelin — which is responsible for …
Costco has issued a recall on Kirkland Signature Smoked Salmon products due to potential listeria contamination. The affected products were sold between Oct. 9 and Oct. 13. Costco also issued …