Family Health

By Hallie Levine
Mature woman practicing yoga in Warrior 2 pose at home
Falls Are Increasing in Older Adults. Here Are 5 Ways to Prevent Them
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By Tiffany Curtis
A Cycleliners bed sheet protector, Cora menstrual disc and Blume Cloud 9 essential oil on a blue background.
The 7 Best Period Products for More Manageable Menstruation
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By Jenn Sinrich
a collage of some of the best health apps
The 9 Best Health Apps of 2021
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By Molly Triffin
Illustration of someone drinking alcohol and pushing away a plate of food, as a concept of alcohol on an empty stomach
How Bad Is It Really to Drink Alcohol on an Empty Stomach?
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By Molly Triffin
Illustration of a pile of cleaning products covered in cobwebs, to illustrate never deep cleaning your house
How Bad Is It Really to Never Deep Clean Your House?
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By Kelsey Kloss
a bunch of garlic bulbs on a wooden table
Health Benefits of Garlic: What's Legit, What's Possible and What's Unproven
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By Molly Triffin
Illustration of someone skipping their annual physical exam
How Bad Is It Really to Not Get an Annual Checkup?
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By Jaime Osnato
Young man leaning on bath cutting toenails to prevent ingrown toenail
Does Cutting a 'V' in the Middle of a Toenail Really Cure Ingrowns?
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By Kelsey Kloss
Coconut oil in jar with fresh coconut and tropical leaf shadow
2 Benefits of Coconut Oil — and the Claims to Stop Believing
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By Molly Triffin
Illustration of a hand holding a mug of coffee and another hand saying no to breakfast, to represent drinking coffee on an empty stomach
How Bad Is It Really to Drink Coffee on an Empty Stomach?
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By Lindsay Tigar
Young man in bed and drooling in his sleep
This Is Why You Drool So Much in Your Sleep
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By Jessica Migala
Manicured hands holding a cup of coffee or tea
Here's What Causes Hangnails and How to Prevent Them
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By Maria Masters
Young woman having a telehealth visit with her doctor from home
45 Telehealth Statistics You Should Know
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By Jaime Osnato
Vector red megaphone
7 Things to Never Say to Someone With Obesity
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By Jessica Migala
Man eating in front of the refrigerator late night
6 Signs You’re Not Eating Enough Carbs
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By Jessica Migala
Female nurse administers COVID vaccine to male patient
4 Things to Know if You Didn't Have Side Effects From the COVID Vaccine
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By Jessica Migala
Mother and daughter sitting on exercise mats and stretching, as an example of a habit for healthy aging
4 Things Longevity Experts Do Every Day for Healthy Aging
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By Jessica Migala
woman stretching as part of a productive morning routine
Try the 15x15x15 Formula Each Morning for a More Productive Day
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By Jaime Osnato
Woman Wrapped Having Drink While Standing At Home
Always Cold? Here's What Your Body's Trying to Tell You
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By Jessica Migala
woman at home with a fever, as a side effect of the COVID vaccine
5 Things to Know if You Had Side Effects From the COVID Vaccine
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By Jessica Migala
Young woman sitting on couch at home and eating takeout food
5 Mistakes to Avoid if You Want to Age Well
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By Jenn Sinrich
young adults dining and drinking outside at picnic table
7 Dos and Don'ts for Life After Vaccination
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By Jaime Osnato
Woman feeling hot sitting in front of a cooling fan
Always Hot? Here’s What Your Body’s Trying to Tell You
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By Jessica Migala
Doctor in medical gloves giving Covid-19 vaccine shot to male patient
What Happens if a Vaccine Shot Misses the Muscle?
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By Jaime Osnato
Tuna Roll on a wooden table
6 Foods to Eat (and 2 to Avoid) After the COVID Shot, According to a Doctor
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By Jessica Migala
man getting COVID vaccine in his right arm
Should You Get Your Second COVID Shot in the Same Arm?
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By Kate Bratskeir
man filling recycling bin on suburban street avoiding common recycling mistakes
7 Recycling Mistakes You're Probably Making (and How to Fix Them)
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By Jessica Migala
Upset woman sitting on couch alone at home
5 Things to Do if You're Feeling Guilty About Getting the COVID Vaccine
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By Bojana Galic
Woman Rests in the Grass With Pet Poodle Dog
7 Ways to Cope With Pandemic Fatigue and Feel Better
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By Jessica Migala
Person with "I got my COVID-19 vaccine" sticker
When Exactly Are You 'Fully Vaccinated' Against COVID, and What Does That Mean?
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By Jessica Migala
person trimming their toenails to avoid ingrown nails
This Is How to Trim Your Toenails to Avoid Ingrowns
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By Moira Lawler
woman drinking a protein shake after a workout in the gym
5 Signs You're Eating Too Much Protein
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By Jessica Migala
woman with a fear of needles getting a vaccine
Have a Fear of Needles? Here Are 3 Steps to Overcome It
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By Jessica Migala
A woman using the Dr. B site on her phone to find a COVID vaccine
The Dr. B Site Lets You Know When Extra COVID-19 Shots Are Available Near You
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By Jessica Migala
Elderly couple holding hands and in a happy relationship, as an example of healthy aging habits
4 Habits This Octogenarian Aging Expert Does Every Day for Longevity
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By Christine Mugnolo
A smiling woman giving her friend a high-five after exercise, as an example of how to lose weight with obesity
9 Tips for Losing Weight When You Have Obesity
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By Jessica Migala
A doctor giving the COVID vaccine to an older man while another person waits her turn
Should You Wait to Get the COVID Vaccine if You Think Other People Need It More?
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By Hallie Levine
A woman wearing a face mask and getting a vaccine against COVID-19
6 Reasons You Should Get the COVID Vaccine Even if It Isn't 'Perfect'
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By Jessica Migala
Roast chicken over farro and vegetables, as an example of dinner foods for longevity
The One Meal an Aging Expert Wants You to Eat More Often
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By Jaime Osnato
A young woman working at home and feeling tired with no energy
Feeling Drained? These 7 Habits Can Sap Your Energy
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By Kate Bratskeir
Cleaning kitchen with white vinegar
6 Things You Can Clean With Vinegar, and 3 You Shouldn't
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By Molly Triffin
Illustration of a bucket of disinfectant products
How Bad Is It Really to Use Disinfectant All the Time?
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By Bojana Galic
Tired woman using mobile phone while lying on exercise mat in living room
5 Signs You're Eating Too Much Fat
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By Jessica Migala
Little Girl Visits Grandparents Through Window
Is It Safe to Visit Friends and Family Once They've Been Vaccinated?
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By Amanda Gardner
A hand adjusting the weight on a scale to represent obesity
What Is Obesity, Exactly?
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By Jessica Migala
A woman taking a bandage off her upper arm after getting the COVID vaccine
The Best Ways to Manage COVID Vaccine Side Effects, According to a Doctor
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By Jessica Migala
A woman eating food that suddenly tastes different
Food Suddenly Tastes Different? Here's What Your Body's Trying to Tell You
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By Jessica Migala
A woman drinking coffee and yawning as a symptom of too much caffeine
6 Surprising Signs You're Drinking Too Much Caffeine
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By Jessica Migala
A row and variety of colorful protective face masks hanging at home
Exactly When to Wear Each Type of Face Mask to Protect Against COVID-19
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By Jenn Sinrich
Gloved hands preparing injection with COVID-19 vaccine
5 Things Doctors Want You to Know About the COVID-19 Vaccine
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By Jenn Sinrich
A woman using safe cleaning products during the COVID-19 pandemic
5 Signs Your Hand Sanitizer and Cleaning Products Are Ineffective — or Worse, Unsafe
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By Jessica Migala
Doctor giving a woman a COVID-19 vaccine
Here's Exactly What to Do After You Get Your COVID Vaccine
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By Molly Triffin
Illustration of a tampon and a clock, representing how long you can wear a tampon
How Bad Is It Really to Wear a Tampon for Longer Than 8 Hours?
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By Anthea Levi
Donuts drizzled in chocolate and sprinkles
5 Signs You're Eating Too Much Added Sugar
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By Emma Steven
Young woman shows self-made mask to protect against viruses and bacteria
7 Signs It's Time to Replace Your Face Mask
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By Madeleine H. Burry
A woman closing the drapes as a cheap way to heat a room
6 Ways to Warm Up a Room Without Central Heating
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By Jessica Migala
Woman with face mask getting vaccinated against covid-19 variants
What We Know So Far About the Coronavirus Variants
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By Lindsay Tigar
A young couple wearing masks on an outdoor date during COVID-19
A Step-by-Step Guide to Dating in the Time of COVID
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By Karen Pallarito
A vaccine syringe held in front of health care worker's masked face to show COVID vaccine conspiracy theory concept
7 Myths About the COVID Vaccine You Should Stop Believing
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By Jenn Sinrich
A woman with long COVID with shortness of breath after walking
Here's What We Know So Far About 'Long COVID'
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By Jaime Osnato
Young Waitress Serving Food to Customers in Outdoor Tent Wearing a Mask
Outdoor Dining Isn't Always Safer. Look for These 5 Things Before You Go
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By Karen Pallarito
A woman with COVID-19 is wearing a mask and texting in isolation at home
So You Tested Positive for COVID-19. Now What?
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By Jessica Migala
Woman picking up some fruits and veggies from the fridge
5 Ways to Optimize Your Health in 2021, According to a Primary Care Doctor
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By Madeleine H. Burry
Woman With Warm Clothing Feeling The Cold Inside House
Yes, You're More Likely to Get Sick in Cold Weather — Here's Why
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By Jessica Migala
Mature man taking a COVID-19 vaccine from his doctor
If You’ve Had COVID-19, Do You Still Need to Get the Vaccine?
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By Jessica Migala
Woman with excessive saliva wiping her mouth with a napkin
Too Much Saliva in Your Mouth? Here's What Your Body's Trying to Tell You
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By Madeleine H. Burry
Young woman using a hand sanitizer
9 Mistakes That Make Hand Sanitizer Less Likely to Kill Germs
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By Jenn Sinrich
Relaxing on the Sofa
10 Ways You Can Prepare Mentally and Physically for a Pandemic Winter
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By Jessica Migala
woman checking her belly button in front of the mirror
This Is Why Your Bellybutton Smells So Bad
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By Lindsay Tigar
A woman writing in a journal at home
5 Things to Do Thanksgiving Morning to Feel Healthier All Day
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By Karen Pallarito
Woman Has Temperature Taken By Office Worker Wearing Mask
8 Mistakes That Make You More Likely to Spread COVID-19
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By Karen Pallarito
researcher performing examination of bacterial culture plate
Here's What We Know About COVID-19 Vaccine Development and Safety
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