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The Female-Athlete Research Gap
A Q&A with health journalist Christine Yu on the lack of research on female athletes.
How Do I Know If It’s Time to Seek Therapy?
If you’re experiencing one of these five life events, you might consider seeing a therapist.
Are There Biomarkers for Long COVID?
Yes, people with long COVID have specific biomarkers in their blood, according to a recent study in the journal Nature.
What Is Hypotension?
Hypotension, or low blood pressure, may pose a risk to your health. Here are some signs your blood pressure is dangerously low.
Why BMI Is a Flawed Metric
Body mass index (BMI) is not the way to diagnose obesity. Here’s why.
The Ugly Side of #FITSPO
Can “fitspiration” potentially cause more harm than good? Learn how #FITSPO can undermine mental health and body image.
7 Signs That Your Mental Health Needs Attention
Feeling on edge, sleeping poorly, and stomach issues are just some of the warning signs.
How Much Protein Do I Need as I Age?
Learn how protein-rich foods can help seniors combat muscle loss and other health issues.
Can Music Help People With ADHD Focus Better?
A growing body of research suggests music can improve attention, making it a particularly powerful tool for individuals with attention deficit and hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
The Surprising Connection Between Your Calves and Heart Health
Referred to as your “second heart,” your calves play a vital role in your cardiovascular health. Here’s how.
Understanding Panic Attacks
Learn more about what panic attacks actually are — and what to do if you have one.
How Conventional Farming Methods Are Leading to Less-Nutritious Food
Fertilizers and modern farming practices are depleting the soil’s natural microbiome, which plants require for nutritional density. Here’s what you can do about it.
Is Aging a Disease?
Learn why this controversial question has set off a debate between those in geriatric healthcare and those in longevity research.
What You Need to Know About the Eye Microbiome
Recent research reveals our eyes have a microbiome, just like the gut and skin do. Learn how this finding may be used to treat eye disorders.
The Case for Sex Therapy
Here’s how individual or partner therapy can help you understand your desires and boundaries, improve communication with your partner — and enjoy better sex.
Beyond Binary Gender Diversity
More young people identify as transgender, nonbinary, or gender nonconforming than ever before.
“The Pill” for Guys?
An array of male contraceptives are under development — including a new, nonhormonal male birth control pill.
Why Is the Maternal Mortality Rate in the United States So High?
Learn why giving birth in the United States is more dangerous today than it was three decades ago.
Do You Have Knee Osteoarthritis? Walking May Help.
Walking may decrease knee pain among those with osteoarthritis — and it may even prevent additional joint damage, according to a recent study.
Are Teens in a Mental Health Crisis?
Yes, according to a recent report from the CDC. Learn more about why.
The Transformative Power of Family Therapy
Discover how family therapy can help you and your loved ones open the lines of communication to promote healing and build resilience.