Laughter is usually treated as a response to something funny, but researchers are finding that a good laugh may also have measurable effects on the body. From lowering stress hormones to... Read more »
Most people who smoke understand that cigarettes can cause lung cancer, but far fewer recognize how strongly smoking is connected to heart attacks and strokes. A new international study suggests that... Read more »
Updated COVID-19 vaccines are facing delays for children across the United States as a federal program responsible for providing vaccines to millions of young people has yet to begin distributing the... Read more »
A North Carolina mobile petting zoo has become the center of a public health investigation after several baby goats were found to have rabies. The animals belonged to Farm Adventures, a... Read more »
Mouth taping has become one of the more unusual trends in the growing “sleep optimization” movement. The idea is simple: place a small piece of tape across your lips before bed and... Read more »
The fitness industry is constantly introducing new training methods, and Electric Muscle Stimulation (EMS) workouts have quickly become one of the most talked-about options. Originally developed for physical rehabilitation and athletic... Read more »
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has taken a significant step in tobacco regulation by allowing specific ZYN nicotine pouch products to be marketed with claims that they pose a... Read more »
Health officials are reminding consumers to practice good food safety habits following reports of increased cyclosporiasis infections in several areas. The illness is caused by Cyclospora cayetanensis, a microscopic parasite that... Read more »
In recent years, researchers have been closely studying changes in global fertility rates and the possible factors influencing them. One emerging area of interest is the relationship between modern smartphone use... Read more »
Pursuing a career in healthcare has long been viewed as a reliable path to stable employment and professional growth. Yet for many students enrolled in graduate healthcare programs, earning a degree... Read more »