Wellness

Did you know that children 6 and younger are most susceptible to the effects of lead – and that kids’ bodies absorb more lead...

Good oral hygiene and regular dental visits may help older adults maintain a healthy weight, Brazilian and American researchers say. A group that included representatives...

A strong social network can encourage older adults to be more physically active – leading to better health and mental well-being, researchers say. A team...

Middle-aged and older “night owls” may be at greater risk for cardiovascular issues, according to a recent study conducted by a group of international...

Depictions of CPR on TV often don’t align with the reality of the potentially lifesaving practice and frequently show the “outdated” method of mouth-to-mouth...

Smoking as few as two to five cigarettes a day may more than double your risk for serious health problems compared with not smoking...

It may be the “best-kept secret to help reduce stress and feel better.” That’s how the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention describes gratitude. An attitude...

Bell peppers are a vegetable, so we know they’re good for us. What you may not know, though, is that all bell peppers start out...

Sepsis is “the body’s extreme response to an infection,” the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says. It’s a life-threatening condition. Each year, at least...

Fewer than 1 out of 5 people who are considered at-risk for lung cancer – one of the most common forms of cancer –...