HEALTH

Airplane Water Quality Is Even Worse Than Previously Believed

A study of 11 major and 12 regional airlines found that airplane water quality is getting harder to swallow.

Why Do You Stop Feeling Tired As Soon As You Climb Into Bed?

Do you feel tired everywhere but your own bed at home? The culprit may be a phenomenon known as conditioned arousal.

The Best Sleeping Position, According to Experts

Whether you're pregnant, suffer from sleep apnea, or experience back and neck pain, experts agree that sleeping on your side will have the most positive effects on your body.

Vegan Disney World Guests Now Have 400 New Menu Items to Choose From

Starting this month, it will be a lot easier to find vegan menu options at the food stands and restaurants at Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida.

10 Facts You Should Know About Epilepsy

There are different types of epileptic seizures that come with different epilepsy symptoms. Here are some more facts about this neurological condition.

CVS Pulls Zantac and Similar Heartburn Medications From Stores Over Cancer Concerns

Though the FDA hasn’t recalled ranitidine—the generic name for Zantac—just yet, CVS has decided it’s better to be safe than sorry.

Alcohol-Producing Gut Bacteria May Harm Livers—Even if You Don't Drink

A type of bacteria in the gut could be making enough alcohol to damage livers, even in people who have never had a drop of booze.

General Mills Is Recalling More Than 600,000 Pounds of Gold Medal Flour Over E. Coli Risk

Five-pound bags of Gold Medal unbleached all-purpose flour are potentially contaminated with E. coli, and though it hasn't been connected to any illnesses, General Mills is voluntarily recalling the product to be safe.

Doctors at a British Hospital Are Now Prescribing Houseplants for Depression

Houseplants aren’t just for decor anymore. One clinic is England thinks horticultural therapy could improve your mental health.

Study: Drinking More Than Two Sodas Daily Can Increase Risk of Death

Soft drinks invite a host of health complications. A major new study warns that consuming even two glasses a day can have you fizzing out.

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We’re Wasting More Than Half of the Food In Our Refrigerators, Says New Study

When it comes to food waste, the world trashes about 1.3 billion tons of it each year. For Americans, confusing expiration dates may be partly to blame.

10 Facts You Should Know About Schizophrenia

From the positive and negative symptoms to possible causes, here are a few things you should know about schizophrenia.

Library Books Were Once Blamed for Spreading Deadly Diseases

At the turn of the 20th century, library patrons feared picking up a book might result in more than late fees. They worried it could transmit tuberculosis.

Michigan Hospital’s Neonatal ICU Is in Need of Volunteer ‘Baby Cuddlers’

Increase dopamine levels, care for NICU infants, and give hardworking hospital staffers much-needed help in one fell swoop.

A Custom Wheelchair Allowed This Brain-Injured Baby Raccoon to Walk Again

After Vittles the raccoon suffered a brain injury, she couldn't support herself. Now she's walking again with the help of a custom wheelchair.

Why You Should Never Shower With Your Contact Lenses In

Yes, it’s a total pain to remove your contact lenses every time you want a quick rinse-off, but it’s worth it.

Illinois Becomes the First State to Require Insurance Companies to Cover EpiPens for Kids

Mylan’s high EpiPen prices have made it difficult for people to purchase the life-saving tool in the past, but things are looking up.

California Sets Regulations for Diners Bringing Their Own Reusable Containers to Restaurants

For diners who want to reduce their waste while eating out, California just passed a law that makes it safer to use personal containers for restaurant leftovers.

Marathon Karaoke Session Lands Man in Hospital With a Collapsed Lung

If your lungs are sending you signals to stop hitting those high notes, it’s probably a good idea to listen to them.

Therapy Ponies Are Bringing ‘Comfort and Joy’ to Dementia Patients

The latest superstar emotional support animals are a herd of Shetland ponies visiting patients in Scotland.

These Chain Restaurant Menu Items Contain a Day's Worth of Calories

If you want to keep your meal in the triple-digit calorie range, avoid these gut-busting items at popular chain restaurants.

15 Scientific Ways to Relax for National Relaxation Day

Today is National Relaxation Day, so you have a great excuse to take it easy. Here’s how science can help you have the most laid-back day of the year.

The CDC Warns That Just Touching Contaminated Pig Ear Dog Treats Can Make Humans Sick

The popular dehydrated dog treat has been linked to a Salmonella outbreak in 33 states. Here's why you shouldn't even be touching one.

10 Illuminating Online Courses You Can Take in August

From mastering mindfulness to making macarons, there’s an online class on this list for every type of student.

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