HEALTH

What Is Dust, and Why Is It Bad for You?

What are all those dust piles around your house made from? And why do they make you sneeze and irritate your allergies?

You never know what's lurking in your salami.

The CDC Says You Should Be Heating Your Charcuterie Meats to Avoid Salmonella

Until a formal food recall happens, the best way to avoid this latest salmonella outbreak is to cook your charcuterie board meats.

What Is Earwax, Anyway?

The smelly gunk coming out of your ears is actually good for you, which is more than we can say about anything else oozing out of your body.

8 Cleaning Tips for Allergy Sufferers

If you suffer from allergies, here are some simple cleaning tips that will help rid your home of dust and other common irritants.

You're never too old to improve yourself--or out-lift people half your age.

Raw Granny Power: 100-Year-Old Woman Is the World's Oldest Female Powerlifter

Edith Murway-Traina took up weight training at the age of 91 and can now deadlift more than some of the people reading this.

Plastic dividers may do little to stop the spread of COVID-19.

Those Plastic COVID-19 Barriers in Stores Probably Aren't Helping Anyone

The Plexiglas barricades seen in retail stores and other businesses probably won't reduce the spread of COVID-19. In some cases, they may even make things worse.

They really could be immunologists, virologists, or epidemiologists.

Immunologist vs. Virologist vs. Epidemiologist: What’s the Difference?

What does an epidemiologist do? Not the same thing as an immunologist or a virologist. Here’s how to keep them straight.

HIPAA gives patients rights, but some of them are misunderstood.

How HIPAA Works, Explained

The legislation prevents health care providers from disclosing medical information about patients, but the fine print is worth paying attention to.

8 Tips for Getting Gunk Out of Your Fingernails

Ditch the nail brush and pen cap. There are easier and better ways to get the gunk out from under your fingernails.

What Causes Hangnails?

It might seem like hangnails appear from nowhere, but your habits might be causing them. Here’s what you need to know.

6 Facts About the Delta Variant and COVID-19

From how it mutated to how COVID-19 vaccines stack up against it, here's what you should know about the delta variant of the coronavirus.

Tattoos heal relatively quickly with the right aftercare.

How Long Does It Take for a Tattoo to Heal?

How long it takes for a tattoo to heal depends on its size, but you can speed things along by taking steps to promote recovery.

Players from Canada and Spain face off during an Olympic match on July 26, 2021.

The Real Reason Water Polo Players Wear Those Caps

Spend a few minutes watching Olympic water polo, and you’ll realize the players' bonnets have holes in them. If they’re not keeping water out, what are they for?

We all have nipples. Sometimes they hurt. Here's why.

Why Do Nipples Hurt?

There are a few reasons why nipples can feel sore, but the most common can be found in your laundry hamper.

Digging holes at the beach can be hazardous for a number of different reasons.

The Reason You Shouldn't Dig Holes at the Beach

Tunneling into sand seems harmless, but it can turn into a life-threatening situation faster than you'd think.

Why You Shouldn’t Rinse Your Mouth With Water After Brushing Your Teeth

When you rinse after brushing to get rid of all the toothpaste residue, you’re getting rid of some good stuff, too.

Something stuck in your eye? There's a solution for that.

How to Get Something Out of Your Eye

A stray bug or bit of dirt in the eye can really ruin your day. Here's how to keep your peepers clear.

Dementia and Alzheimer's have different meanings.

The Difference Between Dementia and Alzheimer's, Explained

Dementia and Alzheimer's both affect cognitive functioning and can interfere with daily life, but they're not the same.

Don't let the heat beat you up this summer.

10 Tips for Coping With a Heat Wave

Record temperatures are here to stay, and safety precautions are a must. Here's how to keep your cool in a heat wave.

Next time your nose gets stuffy, make sure you know how to blow it correctly.

The Right Way to Blow Your Nose

You're probably blowing your nose too hard. Here's the right way to clear your sinuses, according to experts.

Is Pink Lettuce Safe to Eat?

Why does lettuce turn pink? Contrary to what you might think, it’s not because bacteria has taken over.

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The Best Way to Treat a Bee Sting

If you think you've been stung by a bee, you should act fast. Here's how to remove the bee stinger and treat the sting.

I scream, you scream, we all scream for sunscreen.

Sunscreen vs. Sunblock: What’s the Difference?

Sunblock and sunscreen aren’t the same thing, but the lines get pretty blurred on product labels these days.

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When Mousercise Brought Aerobics to the Disney Channel

'Mousercise' encouraged kids to get off the couch and get moving, even though Mickey Mouse sometimes had trouble keeping up.

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