What is rhabdomyolysis? The condition that hospitalized 12 Tufts athletes
Three of the 12 Tufts University men's lacrosse players are still in the hospital following a workout with a Navy SEAL trainee last week.
What sleeping position is best? A sleep specialist explains.
Are you a back, side or stomach sleeper? Here's what a sleep expert says about the pros and cons of each.
U.S. spends most, ranks last in health among wealthy nations, report says
Australia, the Netherlands and the United Kingdom were ranked the highest overall, according to the Commonwealth Fund report.
Cancer deaths have declined 33% in 30 years, but alcohol is still a major problem
The latest Cancer Progress Report from the American Association for Cancer Research also found a 24% decline in the overall cancer death rate for children and adolescents.
Black women at higher risk of death from all types of breast cancer, study finds
In a new study, researchers found Black women are at higher risk of dying from all tumor subtypes of breast cancer, with the disparity ranging from 17% to 50%.
About half of Americans plan on skipping COVID, flu shots this year, survey finds
It's critical to get COVID and flu vaccinations as we head into the fall and winter months, an infectious disease expert said.
Mammogram patients will now be told about their breast density. Here's what to know.
The FDA's updated regulation for notifying patients of dense breast tissue after mammograms is aimed at improving early detection of breast cancer.
Valley fever, the fungus disease spreading in California, explained
Valley fever, a disease caused by breathing in a type of fungus, is on the rise in California. Here's what to know.
What to know about 2024 COVID vaccine, guidelines, free tests and more
Tested positive for COVID in 2024? Here's what to know about isolation, testing, new vaccines and more.
Weight loss drugs allegedly landed this woman in the hospital. She's suing.
Do weight loss drug labels warn enough about potential side effects? A patient who needed emergency surgery is suing prescription drugmaker Novo Nordisk.
Maps show states with West Nile virus and EEE cases
Here's where the mosquito-borne diseases West Nile virus and eastern equine encephalitis are being reported in the U.S. in 2024.
Hormone therapy can slow aging in menopausal women, study shows
Hormone therapy can benefit women's health during menopause, according to new research that looked at more than 100,000 women.
Catching up on sleep on weekends may lower risk of heart disease, study finds
Busy week have you catching up on sleep during the weekend? That may be good for your heart health, according to new research.
What is EEE? Mosquito-borne virus symptoms and prevention, explained
A New York resident recently died of eastern equine encephalitis. Here's what to know about the mosquito-borne disease.
What is sloth fever? The Oropouche virus and its symptoms, explained.
The Oropouche virus, a potentially fatal disease also referred to as "sloth fever," has made its way to the United States. Here's what to know.