20 Biggest Health Scares on the Planet

Discover the truth behind the headlines.
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Exhausted female biohazard scientist dressed in a biohazard suit holding her helmet mask in one hand and her forehead with the other

The Most Embarrassing Health Habits

No one's looking—but that doesn't mean you should do it.
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Handsome doctor man wearing medical uniform over isolated background covering eyes with hands and doing stop gesture with sad and fear expression

40 Ways to Stay Your Healthiest After 40

Take advice from the experts and stay healthy for years to come.
40 Ways to Stay Your Healthiest After 40
40 Ways to Stay Your Healthiest After 40

50 Doctor's Own Breast Cancer Tips

Must-know, expert advice regarding prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of breast cancer.
Breast cancer support group
Breast cancer support group

Protect Yourself From a Virus—Here's How!

Stay healthy—once and for all—with this comprehensive guide.
Couple Blowing Their Nose While Sleeping In Bed
Couple Blowing Their Nose While Sleeping In Bed

Early Signs You're Catching the Flu

Here’s when to freak out—and when it’s just a cold.
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Tired upset african young woman massaging hurt stiff neck

Things You Should Never Do When You Have a Cold

These mistakes make you worse, not better.
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portrait of man sitting in the bed spraying drops in his nose

10 Best Tips to Avoid Medical Treatment You Don't Really Need

Save some money—and your life—with these top ten tips.
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Mammography Result

How to Keep Your Lungs Healthy, According to Doctors

Discover how washing your hands can keep your insides clean, too.
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doctor explaining results of lung check up from x-ray scan chest on digital tablet screen to patient

13 of the Most Common Health Problems in Your 70s

Don't miss this invaluable advice from a Yale Medicine doctor.
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Worried senior depressed man sitting in bed and suffering from insomnia while his wife sleep

The Most Common Health Problems In Your 60s
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Measuring Height, Elderly Person

The Most Common Health Problems In Your 50s

Know the warning signs before they ruin your best decade yet.
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Doctor ophthalmologist examining eyesight of patient with special medical device

10 Surprising Ways Your Relationships Are Influencing Your Health

You might be sick of your spouse—or because of your spouse.
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Happy young couple embracing and smiling while sitting on the pier near the lake

30 Ways Your Heart Is Not Working Correctly

Discover the symptoms—and the causes—of heart disease before it strikes you.
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Sad young black man rubbing his chest over white background, free space, heart disease in young age

50 Unhealthiest Things That You Touch Every Single Day

Viruses are everywhere—including the news! Read this to protect yourself.
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Man Putting Shoes Into Tray For Airport Security Check

40 Worst Health Mistakes Women Make Over 40

You’re in your prime. Stay that way by reading this doctors’ advice.
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woman sitting on couch having raised glass with red wine in hand

12 Surprising Signs Your Thyroid Should be Checked 

Experiencing these symptoms? Now you know the possible cause.
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Attractive Asian woman serious about her brush for presentation hair loss problem and looking at comb.

40 Worst Health Mistakes Men Make After 40

Avoid them by reading this doctors’ advice
40 Worst Health Mistakes Men Make After 40
40 Worst Health Mistakes Men Make After 40

15 Best Ways to Improve Your Libido, According to Doctors

What goes down must come up, if you use this expert advice.
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Smiling young man carrying woman on his back and laughing outdoors

You Can Save More Than 100 Lives By Doing This Easy Thing

Have a heart...by giving yours to someone in need someday.
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Female doctor protecting a red heart with her hands

20 Things I Learned When Diagnosed with Cancer

Life is precious. So are these invaluable insights.
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Portrait of a bald woman in a living room in a cozy house in the morning.

What Happens to Your Body When You Have A Cold

Knowing what's going on somehow makes the snot OK.
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woman sneezing with spray and small drops

Easy Tips to Beat the Winter Blues — According to Doctors

These expert strategies will have you walking on the bright side of life.
Easy Tips to Beat the Winter Blues — According to Doctors
Easy Tips to Beat the Winter Blues — According to Doctors

30 Ways to Strengthen Your Heart

Extend your life by years by following these expert tips.
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Portrait of lovely brunette walking up the stair, view from above

15 Surprising Benefits of Visiting the Dentist

Better sleep, better health and a longer life—who says dentists are evil? 
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selective focus of heart shape hands of dentist and african american patient

33 Health Mistakes Women Make In their 50s

Live longer and feel younger than ever with this essential advice.
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Businesswoman Drinking Takeaway Coffee Outside Office

21 Things You're Doing That Put You at Risk for Cancer

Protect yourself from cancer before it strikes.
21 Things You're Doing That Put You at Risk for Cancer
21 Things You're Doing That Put You at Risk for Cancer

The Most Common Health Problems In Your 40s

Know the warning signs and seek help before it's too late.
Adult woman using inhaler in clinic
Adult woman using inhaler in clinic

20 Flu Remedies to Take if You're Afraid

Here’s exactly what to do once you start to feel sick.
A bottle of homemade elderberry syrup
A bottle of homemade elderberry syrup

20 Ways to Double Your Sleep Quality

New research shows too little sleep could shorten your life. Discover how to get more Zzzs and prevent disease with these tips.
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woman smiling while sleeping in her bed at home