The 3 most likely days to die of a heart attack are only weeks away
A study found that cardiac arrest kills more people on Christmas Day than any other day. Learn the warning signs and ways not to become a statistic.
Fewer than half of mothers meet recommended exercise levels, study finds
The amount of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity was even less, on average, for mothers with younger children or multiple kids, the study found.
FDA approves drug to delay onset of Type 1 diabetes
The agency gave the green light for Tzield. The drug is administered by intravenous infusion once daily for 14 consecutive days.
Binge eating disorder looks different in the brains of boys and girls, study finds
The study findings may help future efforts to better understand the origins of eating disorders and how they differ between sexes, researchers said.
More colleges join NFL study that uses mouthguard sensors to track head impacts
The NFL partnered with eight college football teams to have their players wear the devices to collect data on head impacts these athletes experience during games and practices.
Study: Video games can lead to ‘enhanced cognitive performance in children’
Findings from the study suggest kids who played video games three or more hours a week performed better with intellectual abilities, including working memory.
Clocking in more hours at a stressful job raises risk of depression, study finds
Researchers from the University of Michigan collected data from first-year medical residents and discovered that those who worked longer hours had three times the risk for depression.
This 8-year-old boy could become the youngest to scale Yosemite's El Capitan
An 8-year-old boy from Colorado could become youngest to scale El Capitan in Yosemite National Park. Sam Baker set out Monday on a 5-day trek to conquer one of the world's most popular formations for climbers.
People with food insecurities likely to binge eat when there's food: U of M study
Feast-or-famine cycle is a real thing for people with food insecurities, a new University of Minnesota study found.
High levels of BPA found in name-brand sports bras, shirts, advocacy group says
BPA is used to make certain types of plastics and is widely used in almost every industry.
Georgia expands Medicaid coverage for new mothers, but is it enough?
Facing one of the highest maternal mortality rates in the US, Georgia lawmakers expanded Medicare coverage for new moms, from 6 months to a 12 months after they deliver. One obstetrician says the 6 months of extra health coverage is a step in the right direction, but it is not enough.
Eating pumpkin may help you look younger and lose weight, experts say
Pumpkin might be fall's favorite fruit, but it's also packed with vitamins and minerals that can help improve your health.
Regular 'micro breaks' at work could boost energy levels, study suggests
Breaks of 10 minutes or less reduced fatigue and helped employees take on their tasks with more vigor, according to the study published in the journal PLOS One.
Acetaminophen during pregnancy may be linked to attention and sleep problems in young children: New study
A new study suggests a connection between pregnant women's use of acetaminophen and young children's behavioral issues.
Peloton, Dick's Sporting Goods partner to sell equipment
The deal, announced Thursday, marks the exercise and equipment company's latest bid to broaden its market share and become more profitable ahead of the holiday season.
Regular weightlifting could add years to your life, study finds
Researchers said pumping iron should be combined with aerobics to get the best results.
Syphilis and many other STDs are on the rise: Here's what you should know
Infections rates for some STDs, including gonorrhea and syphilis, have been rising for years. But recently released statistics show that last year the rate of infectious syphilis cases reached its highest since 1991.
Brad Pitt releases genderless skin care line with grapes from his vineyard
Brad Pitt has a new business venture up his sleeve with the release of his new skin care brand, Le Domaine.
Scientists say waist-to-hip ratio better measure for healthy weight than BMI
A new study is calling into question the validity of body mass index (BMI) as a practical way of measuring healthy weight in patients.
‘Out of control’: Rise in STDs nationwide prompts call for changes
Infection rates for some STDs, including gonorrhea and syphilis, have been rising for years.