health
- LifestyleRachel Grumman Bender
What it's like to struggle with painful arthritis as a teenager: 'I had a time when I couldn't squeeze the toothpaste or brush my hair — those were things I took for granted'
Fourteen-year-old Bede Marciari has psoriatic arthritis. “Even for me, when I thought of the word ‘arthritis,’ I thought of an old person,” she says.
- WellnessAbby Haglage
26 students fell ill at a Florida high school — and students want answers
Florida officials are still puzzled over what caused 26 high school students and one adult to suddenly fall ill this week.
- LifestyleHope Schreiber
102-year-old twins have adorable photoshoot, say plenty of iron and having 2 drinks make them look so young
The twins, who were born in 1916 and lived through two world wars and seen four reigning monarchs, received a birthday card from Queen Elizabeth herself on their 100th birthday.
- WellnessKerry Justich
22-year-old with cystic fibrosis places in a bodybuilding competition after months of training: 'Impossible is nothing'
Jared Wells could never have imagined feeling so at home at the gym, until he committed himself to building up strength to improve his health.
- WellnessKorin Miller
Breakthrough drug offers hope for those who suffer from peanut allergies
A promising new drug called AR101, which is ready for FDA review, may help make allergic reactions to peanuts less severe.
- LifestyleNola Ojomu
9-year-old is allergic to her uniform, so her mom found her panda onesie to wear instead
A 9-year-old in England has to wear a onesie to school instead of her uniform to avoid triggering a life-threatening allergy. ”She almost lives in a bubble,” says her mom.
- LifestyleHallie Levine
3 women share why they don't let joint pain and stiffness stop them from running: 'It definitely serves as therapy for me — it's my church'
Athletes Jeri Strachner, April Wells and Dina Rios can easily get sidelined from the pain of rheumatoid arthritis, but they've found ways — from the right shoes and self-care to sheer determination — to keep on running.
- LifestyleKorin Miller
This teenager died after inhaling spray deodorant — an expert explains why
A 19-year-old in the Netherlands died after inhaling spray deodorant. Now medical experts are trying to figure out why.
- WellnessAndie Mitchell
How this former Marine lost 214 pounds: 'It's like I'm starting a new life at 53'
Craig Musci is 53, 5’9” tall, and currently weighs 219 pounds. In 2015, after gaining a significant amount of weight and suffering serious health problems, he committed to a healthier lifestyle for the sake of his future. This is the story of his weight-loss journey.
- LifestyleAbby Haglage
Amy Schumer posts pregnancy picture in the hospital: 'I have hyperemesis and it blows'
Comedian Amy Schumer has built a brand on unfiltered, relatable comedy, so it’s no surprise that the 37-year-old is being painfully honest about a complication of her pregnancy.
- BeautyAlexandra Clay
After years of insomnia, I curled up under a weighted blanket. Here’s what happened.
Desperate for a good night's sleep, I tried a weighted blanket. Here's what happened.
- WellnessKorin Miller
Woman on life support after trying to get a nose job in Mexico — why plastic surgery abroad can be dangerous
A Texas woman who traveled to Mexico for a nose job came home in a coma. Here's what you need to know about getting plastic surgery abroad.
- WellnessKorin Miller
What is necrotizing fasciitis? Man contracts flesh-eating disease and he's lucky to be alive
"I was so thankful to my wife for being persistent and keeping me going," said Josh Muñoz, who was rushed into surgery after a 20-hour drive.
- WellnessKorin Miller
Vanessa Hudgens raved about intermittent fasting — here's why experts don't recommend it
As a part of her cover story for Women's Health, Vanessa Hudgens took part in a diet known as intermittent fasting. Here's why experts don't recommend the diet.
- LifestyleAbby Haglage
Pete Davidson broke the ice surrounding borderline personality disorder — an expert brings you the facts
"SNL" star Pete Davidson helped break the stigma surrounding borderline personality disorder. Ali Mattu, a clinical psychologist, states the facts about BPD.
- WellnessAbby Haglage
Tide releases new eco-friendly boxed laundry detergent — and the internet can't stop comparing it to boxed wine
Whatever you do, don't drink it.
- WellnessAbby Haglage
New federal guidelines suggest 2.5 hours of exercise per week — which 80 percent of Americans don't do
The new exercise guidelines suggest if Americans "get moving," they can drastically improve their health.
- WellnessKorin Miller
The diet that may help treat joint stiffness and pain
Experts say that an anti-inflammatory diet can help with diseases like rheumatoid arthritis, but caution that it typically can't replace medications.
- WellnessAbby Haglage
What you need to know about toxic shock syndrome
Toxic shock syndrome is a rare infection that's most commonly contracted through extended tampon usage. Lisa Masterson, an ob-gyn, helps clarify what you need to know.
- LifestyleBeth Greenfield
What's the state of menstruation education in U.S. schools? 'Significantly lacking,' say experts
“We’ve skirted the issue because we’re uncomfortable with the topic. We need a developmental approach and, frankly, I don’t think we have it yet. And that’s appalling,” says psychology professor Margaret Stubbs.
- WellnessErinne Magee
The secret to becoming a morning person once and for all
Advice for becoming the morning person you've always wanted to be.
- LifestyleAbby Haglage
Ruth Bader Ginsburg fractured 3 ribs — here's what her recovery will look like
Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg reportedly fell and fractured three ribs in her office this week. Here's what the 85-year-old's recovery will look like.
- BeautyLeah Prinzivalli
Men now have a higher rate of skin cancer deaths than women — here's why
One dermatologist suggests teaching young boys about the dangers of sun exposure and getting men accustomed to wearing a moisturizing sunscreen on a daily basis, like many women already do.
- WellnessAndie Mitchell
How 1 man feels after losing 117 pounds: 'I still have body-image issues'
Lakshya Batra is 29, 5’9”, and currently weighs 158 pounds. In 2014, after realizing his weight was having an impact on many aspects of his life, he was determined to get fit. This is the story of his weight-loss journey.
- LifestyleGrace Gold
'Hopelessly submerged in pain for days': What it's like to live with menstrual migraines
Menstrual migraines, which affect more than 50 percent of female migraine patients, tend to last longer and are more intense than other migraines, and they may not respond to typical therapies.
