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NASA's Stuck Astronauts May Face 'Life-Altering' Risks, Specialist Warns
For over two months, astronauts Barry Wilmore and Sunita Williams have been "stuck" in space after what was expected to be an eight-day...
Pandora Dewan


Dog Owners Warned Against Using Public Water Bowls
A veterinary professor has warned dog owners about the dangers of letting their pets share public water bowls. Allowing your dog to drink...
Jess Thomson
10 Ways to Get Rid of Gas Pains and Bloating
Abdominal gas is quite typical. Often, certain home remedies and supplements can help you release it from your stomach. But if you’re...
Corey Whelan and Alina Sharon


Myths & Facts About Leftovers
Fact: Refrigerate Leftovers Within 2 Hours The bacteria that cause food poisoning grow quickly at room temperature. To make sure it’s...
Sharon Liao


What to know about 'Teflon flu' amid a rise in cases in the US
A recent record number of cases of polymer fume fever, also known as "Teflon flu," are putting a spotlight on one of the most common...
Katie Kindelan and Sony Salzman


6 Signs You Have Poor Circulation
If your blood flow is restricted, you’re at greater risk for heart attack or stroke. Watch for these signs and symptoms. You probably...
Barbara Brody
10 Tips to Help You Stop Farting
You may be able to reduce the amount of involuntary flatulence you experience with certain diet changes and over-the-counter products....
Corinne O'Keefe Osborn
Magnesium: How it Affects Your Sleep and More
Often times, I have patients who have questions surrounding nutritional supplements, vitamins and minerals. Recently I had someone ask me...
Michael J. Breus, Ph.D.


The Color of Your Alcohol Could Be Making Your Hangover Worse
Drinking too much alcohol can often lead to a hangover. But can the type of alcohol you drink make a hangover even worse? Here, we break...
Toby Amidor, M.S., R.D., C.D.N.


Things You Should Do at Night to Lose Weight
Nighttime Is the Right Time When you’re trying to lose weight, eating healthful foods and working out regularly are important things to...
Madeline Laguaite
Why Do I Feel Excessively Sleepy?
You may feel sleepy and fatigued for many reasons, including weather changes, depression, sleep disorders, side effects of medications,...
James Roland


7 Signs You’re Not Drinking Enough Water
You may think you’re drinking enough water, but if you spent most of the day with a cup of coffee by your side, you’re probably more...
PHILIPP WEHSACK


Ways Your Smartphone Can Wreck Your Health
Germs Your cellphone probably goes with you everywhere. Ever check it while you were -- errr -- in the bathroom? And when’s the last time...
Poonam Sachdev, MD


Dog bites: How to prevent or treat them
Millions of dog bites occur every year — what should you do if it happens to you? Each year, more than 4.5 million dog bites occur in the...
Julie Corliss


Sun poisoning symptoms: Signs you've had too much sun
Sunburn is common and can occur in people with all skin types. Over 30% of adults admit to at least one sunburn during a typical year....
Jennifer Fisher, MMSc, PA-C


Study finds nearly half of adult cancer deaths in US could be prevented: Here are lifestyle choices to change
Amid a rising number of cancer cases among adults in the United States, a new study has found that around 40% of all cases -- and nearly...
Katie Kindelan
Your Water Bottle Could Be Germier Than Your Kitchen Sink
In a world where hygiene is paramount, the notion of reusing a drinking cup day in, day out, without a single wash may sound repulsive....
Kelly Wairimu Davis, MS


Can moderate amounts of caffeine positively impact brain health?
Consuming the right amount may focus and energize you. However, too much may set up a downward spiral. If you’re like 85% of U.S. adults,...
Alisa Bowman


What to put on a sunburn — and what doctors say to avoid
Google searches for sunburns and subsequent ways to deal with them spike every year around Memorial Day and the Fourth of July. If you...
Hannah Yasharoff


Nocturia: 6 Reasons You Keep Waking Up at Night to Pee
Nighttime treks to the bathroom are costing you a good night’s sleep—and may signal more serious health problems. Dream of sleeping...
Christa Sgobba
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