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Former Cigna insurance executive says he quit after witnessing an industry that ‘puts profits over patients’

The former VP for corporate communications at Cigna writes about the ‘crisis of conscience’ he had while working for the healthcare company.

20.12.2024 2

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Keto vs. paleo diet: which one is better? Experts weigh in

Experts offer their insight of these popular low-carb diets to help you decide what's best for your health.

20.12.2024 2

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Michael Phelps says these 2 parenting tricks are his key to raising mentally healthy kids

Phelps brings his passion for mental health into his parenting practices to help his kids build healthy emotional regulation.

17.12.2024 3

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Study confirms link between cancer and at least 10 popular ultra-processed foods

New research reveals the role that sausage, breads, and even ice cream play in colorectal cancer.

13.12.2024 5

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What is spasmodic dysphonia, RFK Jr.’s voice condition?

Donald Trump’s cabinet pick has a rare neurological disorder that causes the muscles in his voice box to spasm.

11.12.2024 30

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Michael Phelps is pleading with men to get therapy to help deal with the mental health crisis. ‘Try it once, please’

The most-decorated Olympian shares his own struggles with mental health—and the No. 1 reason he thinks so many other men struggle too.

11.12.2024 10

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Michael Phelps does these 5 things every day to be his ‘best self’

The Olympian dedicates most of his retirement to mental health advocacy—and keeping his own mental wellness in check.

06.12.2024 8

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Millions of Americans—especially Gen X—are dealing with psychiatric disorders associated with leaded gasoline exhaust, new study finds

A new study connects lead’s past use in gasoline to an increase in mental health disorders among Americans.

05.12.2024 30

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A new self-operating death pod promises a peaceful assisted suicide. But the first to die in it reportedly had mysterious neck injuries

A 64-year-old woman took her own life on September 23 inside the space-age looking Sarco capsule at a Swiss woodland retreat.

03.12.2024 10

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Elton John lost his vision from an eye infection. Here’s why that might happen—and how to prevent it

The musician has been struggling with vision loss ever since he developed an eye infection over the summer.

03.12.2024 6

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Protein Diet Coke is all the rage. Is it actually healthy for you?

People are mixing protein shakes and Diet Coke—and loving it.

28.11.2024 10

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Your protein needs change as you get older. Here’s how much you should be eating at every age

People seem obsessed with protein nowadays, but certain age groups need to focus on it more than others.

26.11.2024 6

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Do energy drinks come with health risks? An expert’s warning

One expert cautions how much you should indulge in energy drinks—if at all.

20.11.2024 5

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Is soy good or bad for you? We asked experts and here’s the verdict

People have long been told to avoid soy, but experts say it could be one of the best foods for you.

16.11.2024 10

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Tech millionaire who spends $2 million a year to live forever looks unrecognizable after anti-aging procedure

Bryan Johnson’s latest escapade went seriously wrong.

16.11.2024 5

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Walking more could add as much as 11 years to your life, study says. Here’s how

Most Americans aren’t hitting recommended exercise per week—but doing more could mean a longer life.

15.11.2024 40

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Gen Z is obsessed with the punishing ‘Winter Arc challenge,’ but an expert says it’s the wrong way to reach goals

There's a healthier way to build sustainable health habits.

12.11.2024 7

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Endocrine-disrupting chemicals are everywhere. Here’s how to reduce your exposure

Here's what experts suggest avoiding, from nonstick frying pans to certain beauty products.

09.11.2024 10

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Here’s exactly how much protein you need if you work out

Your needs largely depend on your fitness goals, but you may not need to go as protein-heavy as you think.

03.11.2024 20

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You might be overdoing it on protein and not getting enough of another vital nutrient, dietitians say

If you're eating enough during the day, you're likely meeting or exceeding your protein needs, experts say.

02.11.2024 20

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Strokes are on the rise, especially in younger people. These 5 lifestyle changes can help lower your risk

Strokes are the No. 5 cause of death in the U.S.—and they’re on the rise.

01.11.2024 10

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This 30-second balance test can help tell you how well you’re aging

Single-leg balance showed the steepest decline with age in a new study.

26.10.2024 10

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Drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are linked to a lower risk of Alzheimer’s disease, new study says

A new study reveals that the active ingredient in drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy could lower the risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease.

24.10.2024 9

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Gen Z teens feel crushing pressure to achieve. 6 ways parents can fight it, not fuel it

“Achievement is not the problem,” says one expert. “It’s the way that we’ve come to talk about achievement.”

19.10.2024 9

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4 tips to live a longer and healthier life

Debra Whitman, executive VP and chief public policy officer at AARP, has no shortage of advice for improving your health and life span.

16.10.2024 3

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Serena Williams just had a cyst ‘the size of a small grapefruit’ removed from her neck. Here’s what it means

The benign branchial cyst just “kept growing,” prompting its removal.

16.10.2024 6

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Serena Williams just had a cyst ‘the size of a small grapefruit’ in her neck. Here’s what it means

The benign branchial cyst just “kept growing,” prompting its removal.

16.10.2024 10

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Middle-aged women can thrive in the second half of their lives—if they pay attention to these 3 things

Leaders in menopause and aging spoke at Fortune’s Most Powerful Women Summit about how to take control over your health and happiness as you age.

16.10.2024 7

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Stigma keeps many men from seeking mental health support. These 3 shifts in thinking can help

In the U.S., only 40% of men with a reported mental illness received mental health care services as compared to 52% of women. Here's how to encourage...

10.10.2024 6

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Why people always think they’re right, according to science

A new study says it hinges on having the facts.

09.10.2024 7

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Caffeine may be just the exercise booster you need—as long as you don’t over do it, say experts

“It’s a great performance enhancer,” one expert says. Here’s why it’s important to use the stimulant responsibly.

06.10.2024 30

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Working out just 1 or 2 days each week may lower your risk of over 200 diseases, new study finds

People who workout on weekends can reap the same benefits of those who workout five days per week based on the results of a new study from Mass...

27.09.2024 6

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Taco Bell’s Big-Cheez-It menu is loaded with fat and more salt than most people should have in a day

The ultra-processed items might be nightmares for consumers’ health.

21.09.2024 10

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Here’s what you should know about Apple’s new sleep and hearing health features

The company unveiled “groundbreaking” technology including AirPods that function as “clinical grade” hearing aids and sleep apnea detection...

17.09.2024 10

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7 patterns of long-lasting relationships, according to a couples therapist

This is how couples built trust and brought out the best in each other—ingredients for a lasting relationship, according to a couples therapist.

14.09.2024 10

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Here’s the right way to start running

No, you don’t just put on your shoes and head outside. Here are 5 things to know before lacing up

14.09.2024 20

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Kate Middleton says she’s finished chemotherapy: ‘My path to healing and full recovery is long’

The details of Middleton's diagnosis are still unknown as she celebrates the end of treatment.

09.09.2024 7

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Parental stress is so debilitating, the surgeon general has declared it a public health issue

“Chasing these unreasonable expectations has left many families feeling exhausted, burned out, and perpetually behind,” Dr. Vivek Murthy says.

30.08.2024 6

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This athlete lost the use of her legs 7 years ago. How resilience got her to the Paralympics

Emi Perry struggled to accept her new identity as a para athlete, but resilience kept her in the sport until she reached Paralympic status.

29.08.2024 10

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Rob Pitts of Netflix’s ‘Tex Mex Motors’ has died of stomach cancer. These are signs of the disease

Stomach cancer accounts for about 1.5% of all new cancers diagnosed in the U.S. every year.

27.08.2024 5

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The pandemic may have actually improved mental health for some kids, study finds

“We actually found some improvements,” says one researcher.

26.08.2024 4

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Does sunscreen give you cancer?

Because the sun surely does. Here, experts address concerns about sunblock ingredients.

25.08.2024 10

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Ozempic linked to suicidal thoughts in new study

Researchers found cases of the obesity drug putting patients at greater risk of suicidal ideation.

22.08.2024 3

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Medical care and prescription costs among top 10 worries of older adults before 2024 election

Adults over 50 are a key demographic for candidates this election cycle.

14.08.2024 20

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Heat training can help you get more out of hot weather workouts

Heat adaptation training may prove beneficial—if we do it correctly.

11.08.2024 6

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Europe’s most valuable company Novo Nordisk reports an uptick in profits as demand for weight-loss drugs continues to grow

Sales jumped 25 percent to 68 billion kroner.

07.08.2024 8

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TikTok is obsessed with homemade sunscreen—but you shouldn’t try this at home

As homemade sunscreen formulations are trending across social media, experts warn they are doing more harm than good.

07.08.2024 7

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‘Pommel horse guy’ and Olympic sensation Stephen Nedoroscik has two vision-impairing conditions—but that didn’t hold him back from being a champion

Olympian Stephen Nedoroscik astounded audiences on the pommel horse.

30.07.2024 6

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NBA legend Magic Johnson says playing at the 1992 Olympics after his HIV diagnosis ‘was the greatest moment’ of his life

After sponsors dropped him and other players refused to work with him, Johnson used the game to shatter stigma around the disease.

12.07.2024 5

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