Why autoimmune diseases mostly strike women and are often misdiagnosed
Our immune system has a dark side: It’s supposed to fight off invaders to keep us healthy. But…
Health providers turning to prescriptions to get people outside
MADISON, Wis. (AP) — Find a shady spot under a tree, take a breath of fresh air and…
Youngest kids at school have the most germs, study finds
Forget colorful leaves. Any caregiver knows that the real signs of fall are kids with coughs, sneezes and…
Walking backward puts a new twist on a familiar fitness routine
Here’s a simple way to switch up your walking routine: try walking backward. Taking a brisk walk is…
Medicare Part D prescription drug plans options are shrinking. Here’s what to know
Fewer choices may be on the menu again as Medicare patients shop for prescription coverage this fall. The…
Reduce screen time by finding a new hobby
During the winter of 2024, Rachel Martin came to a startling realization: She spent most of her free…
How to land a remote job in a competitive market
NEW YORK (AP) — When Kate Smith worked a 9-to-5 office job, she was burned-out, suffering from daily…
How gardening could contribute to improved mental health
If you spend any time gardening, you probably understand what I mean when I say it feels good…
What to know about hormone therapy during menopause
Menopause can usher in a host of disruptive symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats and sleep problems. Hormone…
College graduates struggling to find jobs have plenty of company
NEW YORK (AP) — Growing up as the daughter of immigrants from Jamaica, Stacey Watson didn’t see herself…
Flesh-eating bacteria infections: States alert beachgoers to Vibrio vulnificus threat
NEW YORK (AP) — States are warning beachgoers about a summertime surge in infections from a frightening, flesh-eating…
What to know about summer colds and the COVID-19 variant named stratus
Summer heat, outdoor fun … and cold and flu symptoms? The three may not go together in many…