HEALTH

8 Ways People Made Themselves Smell Good Before Deodorant

People didn't have access to deodorant for most of history. From ostrich eggs to mysterious whale gunk, these are the natural ingredients they used to stink less.

You're Probably Not Washing Your Reusable Water Bottle Enough

They're good for the environment, but reusable water bottles can become reusable bacteria bottles in a hurry.

The World's 13 Best Airports for De-Stressing

The airport experience doesn't have to be so anxiety-inducing. Many now offer gyms, yoga rooms, meditation areas, and much more.

12 Facts About Your Digestive System

The ancient Greeks and Romans gorged themselves while lying down, but medical professionals say eating (and digesting) in a reclined position isn't such a good idea.

An Avengers: Endgame Screening May Have Exposed the Audience to Measles

A woman who had traveled internationally attended the film before coming down with symptoms, potentially exposing the audience to the virus.

Improve Your Terrible Desk Posture With This Supportive Seat Cushion

If you sit in a desk chair all day, this supportive cushion can correct your posture and ease neck and back pain.

Some Gen Xers Might Need Measles Booster Shots

Even if you received the measles vaccine as a child, you may still need a booster shot to be totally immune.

10 Facts About High Blood Pressure

High blood pressure guidelines have changed recently, which means Americans are more likely to receive a hypertension diagnosis than ever. Here are some essential facts about high blood pressure symptoms and causes.

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A Simple Hack for Recycling Your Contact Lens Blister Packs

Contact lenses and the plastic packaging they come in are notoriously difficult to recycle. There are a couple of quick and easy options available, though.

That Stings: Doctors Discover a Woman’s Eye Was Infested with Bees Living Off Her Tears

The woman complained of eye pain and swelling. Doctors thought it was an infection. Then they saw the legs.

A 92-Year-Old Colorado Man Has Donated Close to 50 Gallons of Blood

Loveland, Colorado resident Ron Reidy has been donating for so long he's not quite sure when he started. His generosity may have saved up to 1200 lives.

The $15 Heating Pad That Will Melt Your Pain Away

Lay off the ibuprofen and lay on this amazing (and amazingly cheap) heating pad, which boasts three heat settings, a moist-heat option, and more.

What Are Skin Tags (And How Do You Get Rid of Them)?

Skin tags look super weird, but they're usually totally benign. Here's where they come from, and how to get rid of them.

A Simple Skin Swab Could Soon Identify People at Risk for Parkinson's

No laboratory tests can currently diagnose Parkinson's disease. Now, researchers think certain odor-causing compounds unique to the condition can be identified with a swab.

How Seiichi Miyake and Tactile Paving Changed the World for Visually Impaired People

Seiichi Miyake invented tactile paving for his visually impaired friend in 1965. Today, the raised bumps are ubiquitous in cities around the world.

12 Intriguing Facts About the Intestines

We only think about our intestines when we have intestinal pain, or when something else goes wrong. But scientists are finding intriguing links between your gut, brain, and other systems.

15 Unique Illnesses You Can Only Come Down With in German

The German language is so perfectly suited for these syndromes, coming down with them in any other language just won’t do.

10 Facts About Hepatitis

Different types of hepatitis have different causes and treatments. Here's what you should know about hepatitis a, hepatitis b, hepatitis c, and other forms of the disease.

12 Unique Sleeping Habits Around the World

Sleeping at work or in public is surprisingly common in Japan. And in Scandinavia, parents take their babies outside to nap—even in frigid temperatures.

More Than 12,000 Cases of Pillsbury Flour Recalled Due to Salmonella Concerns

The 5-pound bags of Pillsbury Unbleached All Purpose Flour were sold at Publix and Winn-Dixie stores.

8 Scientific Benefits of Napping

Whether you bow down to the ritual of a mid-afternoon siesta or never stop to snooze, you may think twice about the power of napping after reading about its many benefits.

You Can Use Your FSA or HSA Card to Pay for Medical Items on Amazon

Don't want to make an unnecessary trip to the store to pick up eye drops or sunscreen? You can order them online, using the pre-tax money in your account.

11 Pain-Relief Devices You Can Buy With Your FSA Money

When Tylenol and Advil don't cut it for your aches, you might need a technological intervention. Here are some drug-free devices you can buy to ease the pain—while using up your annual FSA funds in the process.

FDA Confirms Asbestos in Makeup Sold at Claire's

Claire's says it stopped selling the affected products, but the FDA says Claire's has "refused to comply" with the agency's request to issue a recall.

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