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Trouble sleeping? Your neighborhood could be partly to blame, experts say

August 10, 2026

Trouble sleeping? Your neighborhood could be partly to blame, experts say

A study of 200,000 Google Street View images reveals how neighborhood greenery, safety and enclosure levels may influence sleep duration and insomnia.

We grew up before screens took over. Our kids deserve that chance too

August 10, 2026

We grew up before screens took over. Our kids deserve that chance too

A millennial mother reflects on how excessive screen time steals childhood experiences, urging parents to prioritize presence over digital validation.

Fitness expert reveals one simple exercise for a stronger core — and it’s not a situp

August 9, 2026

Fitness expert reveals one simple exercise for a stronger core — and it’s not a situp

A certified yoga instructor explains how boat pose challenges the entire core as an integrated system, offering more stability benefits than a situp.

Common marriage habit could quietly kill your sex life, expert warns

August 8, 2026

Common marriage habit could quietly kill your sex life, expert warns

A clinical sexologist reveals the everyday habits that quietly kill intimacy and explains how couples can work together to reignite desire.

Smart toilet seat could detect AFib in 30 seconds

August 7, 2026

Smart toilet seat could detect AFib in 30 seconds

The HARO EKG-seat by Hamberger Medical records a six-lead EKG in 30 seconds while you sit, scanning for atrial fibrillation and irregular heartbeat.

Forget the gym: A 30-second test may be one of the best indicators of longevity

August 3, 2026

Forget the gym: A 30-second test may be one of the best indicators of longevity

A certified personal trainer reveals the benchmarks for the 30-second chair stand test and exercises that can improve lower body strength and fall risk.

No cure, no vaccine: Experts warn of rare Bourbon virus after first NY case

August 1, 2026

No cure, no vaccine: Experts warn of rare Bourbon virus after first NY case

A Long Island patient was hospitalized after researchers confirmed the first Bourbon virus case in New York transmitted by the common lone star tick.

Skin condition under the eyes goes viral, and doctors warn it could signal hidden health issue

August 1, 2026

Skin condition under the eyes goes viral, and doctors warn it could signal hidden health issue

Doctors reveal how low ferritin levels in the body can cause dark under-eye circles, pale skin and fatigue even as they warn against self-treating an iron deficiency.

American Red Cross declares national blood crisis as type O supply drops to dangerous levels

July 31, 2026

American Red Cross declares national blood crisis as type O supply drops to dangerous levels

The American Red Cross declared a blood crisis across the nation as donations hit a four-year summer low, forcing limits on type O blood distributions to hospitals.

Weight-loss joke turns serious as 'cyclospora skinny' trend fuels health warnings

July 29, 2026

Weight-loss joke turns serious as 'cyclospora skinny' trend fuels health warnings

A dangerous social media trend jokes about getting "Cyclospora skinny," but doctors warn the intestinal parasite causes deadly dehydration and illness.