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April 14, 2016

A good night's sleep may keep colds away

Here's another reason to get a good night's sleep: Too little shut-eye may increase your risk of catching a cold or other common infection, a new study suggests.

April 8, 2016

'Rage yoga' is now a thing

Looking to get "Zen as (f-bomb deleted)"?

April 8, 2016

Man's Fitbit helps doctors save his life

It happens every day—someone going about his or her ordinary schedule has a seizure, gets looked over by a doctor, and hopefully lives to tell about it.

April 7, 2016

CDC: Teens with sleep issues more often take dangerous risks

High school students who get too little sleep— or too much — are also more likely to drive drunk or take other risks, according to government researchers.

April 7, 2016

Think fast! Caffeine speeds up older adults' reaction time

Coffee has been linked to a slew of health benefits, and now, a new study suggests that it may improve reaction time in older adults.

April 6, 2016

Catherine Zeta-Jones checks into mental health facility for bipolar condition

Two years ago, the 43-year-old Oscar-winner checked into a similar facility for a brief stay for treatment of her condition, known as Bipolar II. 

March 30, 2016

In online dating photos, posture is king

You may not think of that guy manspreading across from you on the subway as a magnificent peacock, but he's more or less doing it for the same effect: a show of dominance and openness.

March 24, 2016

Mind-controlled limbs could restore sense of touch to combat casualties

Big breakthroughs may restore a sense of touch to U.S. military personnel who have lost limbs in service of the country.

March 23, 2016

Fitness centers pitch meditation and mindfulness for stressed-out members

Gyms that promote exhausting workouts have a new pitch for members: not moving a muscle.

March 23, 2016

Mind-body therapy helps ease low back pain

Mind-based therapy programs may help ease chronic back pain, new research suggests.