HEALTH

23 Stylish Facts About Hair

Being bald doesn't mean you totally lack hair.

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Parasitic Worms May Keep Inflammatory Bowel Disease at Bay

Helminth infection changes the balance of bacteria in a person’s gut, overpowering the bacteria that cause IBD.

Research Shows Smokers Have a Harder Time Finding Jobs

They also get paid less than nonsmokers.

Living Near Green Spaces May Increase Women’s Lifespans

A large study of women across the U.S. found that living in neighborhoods with lots of vegetation consistently decreased the risk of death by disease.

Living Near Green Spaces May Increase Women’s Lifespans

A large study of women across the U.S. found that living in neighborhoods with lots of vegetation consistently decreased the risk of death by disease.

5 Myths About Healthy Living You've Probably Fallen For

It might be time to exchange your pedometer for an alarm clock.

Scientists Identify Cheap, Easy Way for Runners to Prevent Blisters

Applying paper tape reduced ultramarathon runners’ risk of blisters by 74 percent.

Study Shows Your Gym Equipment Is Even Dirtier Than You Thought

Lab workers visited three gyms and tested the amount of bacteria on exercise bikes, free weights, and treadmills. Here are the gross results.

6 Ways to Get More Out of Your Doctor Appointments

A 10-year study found that doctors’ difficulty communicating with their patients can result in dangerous and expensive errors.

You Can Eat Avocado Seeds (But It’s Unclear Whether You Should)

Avocado seeds are getting a lot of attention these days, but are they actually worth the trouble?

This Skin-Sensitive Camisole Was Designed for Breast Cancer Patients

Oncologist Katie Deming was determined to make radiation treatment less painful.

Handwritten Letters Might Help Prevent Suicide Attempts, Study Finds

Therapists should send out more letters, the research suggests, even if they're mostly boilerplate.

7 Apps to Help You Stick to Your Workout

Constantly finding an excuse to skip the gym? There's an app for that. Keep reading to uncover seven apps that monitor your progress to keep your fitness plan on track.