HEALTH

Cotton Swab Injuries Send 34 Kids to the Emergency Room Every Day

There's a reason they come with a warning label.

The Best and Worst Sunscreens, According to Researchers

A new report finds that the majority of products on the market are ineffective, contain harmful ingredients, or both.

Heading Overseas? You Might Need a Measles Shot

Due to changing health guidelines, you may not be fully immunized if you were born before 1989.

8 Common Misconceptions About Antidepressants

Dr. David Mischoulon, director of research at Massachusetts General Hospital's Depression Clinical and Research Program, sets the record straight about antidepressants.

12 Secrets of Restaurant Health Inspectors

They can smell cockroaches the second they walk in the door.

Testosterone May Protect Against Asthma

Boys tend to grow out of asthma after puberty, and men are far less likely to develop it in adulthood than women are. Why?

How Much Blood Is in the Human Body?

For a visual aid, try heading to the dairy aisle.

7 Cures for Hiccups From World Folklore

If all else fails, make someone ask you unpredictable questions.

This Germ-Killing Robot Could Help Airlines' Hygiene Problem

The makers of the GermFalcon claim it kills 99 percent of the bacteria in a plane cabin in five minutes.

Smart Alarm Clock Pillow Wakes You Up With Gentle Light

The Smart Sunrise Pillow mimics the natural rays of the sun.

8 Common Problems That Can Be Signs of Anxiety

It’s not normal to have a headache every day. Here are seven other symptoms that might indicate anxiety disorders.

Do We Really Need to Wash Our Hands?

In short, yes.

Pill Makes It Safer for People with Celiac Disease to Eat in Restaurants

A drug already on the market could help protect diners’ guts against small amounts of gluten, thereby reducing fears of cross-contamination.

Postbiotics May Prevent Diabetes in Obesity

Bacteria's physiology could potentially be used to make all kinds of new drugs.

The Fizzy History of National Beverage Day

May 6's salute to soda and other beverages started as a way to convince people soft drinks were "healthful" and free from "the vestiges of germs."

5 Meal Planning Mistakes That Are Causing You to Fail

You know that planning out your meals for the week is good for your health and your wallet. So why is it so hard to stick with the program?

Scientists Make Progress Toward a New Potential Treatment for Asthma

They identified a molecule that inhibits the development of inflammation and mucus in the lungs.

10 Flexible Facts About the Tongue

Your tongue isn't just important for tasting. Here are a few underappreciated facts about the most flexible muscle in your body.

This Smart Pill Cap Helps You Remember to Take Your Meds

The Pillsy bottle cap sends you notifications to make sure you never forget to take your medications or vitamins.

8 Medical Inventions Created by Nurses

Without nurses, we wouldn’t have a number of tools regularly used today in both hospitals and homes.

Here's How to Safely Dispose of Expired Medications

Don't throw used medicine in the garbage.

A Wall-Mounted Sensor Can Track Your Movement Better Than a FitBit

It uses radio signals to determine your speed.

Just 10 Minutes of Meditation May Help Anxious People Focus

Researchers say 10 minutes of mindfulness meditation per day can reduce distracting thoughts in people with anxiety.

Why Walking Makes Us Feel Good

Scientists say each step we take sends a pulse of blood to the brain, leading to an “overall sense of wellbeing.”

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