Healthy Living

National Geographic puts 9-year-old transgender girl on their January cover

This is a proud moment for transgender people everywhere.

'Night-owl' preschoolers may have more sleep problems

Preschoolers whose natural preference is for going to bed and waking up on the late side are more likely than their early-bird peers to have sleep problems, a recent study suggests.

Optimistic people may live longer after a heart attack

People who expect good things to happen in the future are more likely than less-optimistic peers to survive the decades following a first heart attack, a study in Israel suggests.

Down the road: better seatbelts for seniors

Ohio researchers say today's seat belts weren't designed to protect the smaller, frailer seniors who account for tens of millions of drivers in the U.S alone.

11 routine screening tests that can save a man's life

Without regular routine health screenings, many men may be missing out on catching problems before they become major health threats.

Mylan launches cheaper version of EpiPen allergy treatment

Drugmaker Mylan has started selling a generic version of its emergency allergy treatment EpiPen at half the price of the branded option, the cost of which drew national scorn and attracted Congressional inquiries.

Woman with Down syndrome starts 'The Amazing' cookie business

A 26-year-old cookie entrepreneur who was tired of being rejected by prospective employers has turned her love of baking into a booming enterprise.

Man's family gives him the ultimate obituary

Chris Connors never played by the rules and his family was determined that his obituary wouldn’t either.

The surprising ways a baby's brain develops

We humans are born in a feeble state, very much needing our parents to help us survive.

Strong muscles tied to lower risk of incontinence in older women

Women who have more lean muscle mass or better grip strength may be less likely to experience a common type of urinary incontinence, a study suggests.