3 reasons your friendship feels 'toxic' — and what you can try before breaking up
Danielle Bayard Jackson, author of "Fighting for Our Friendships," shared three areas where female friendships can fall apart.
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Busy Philipps got diagnosed with ADHD after her daughter did — a very millennial mom experience
Busy Philipps sought out an ADHD diagnosis when she was 39. During her daughter's ADHD evaluation, she realized how many symptoms she'd ignored.
A 100-year-old man chalks up his longevity to empathy, passion for music, and eating half-portions
Roger Wonson, a veteran drummer, celebrated his 100th birthday. He shares his longevity advice which includes drinking plenty of water.
A pro dancer shares 1 simple workout change she made to build abs quickly
A professional dancer said crunches are her go-to move for a strong, toned core. She recommends an easy way to tell if you're doing them right.
OCD made me question every aspect of my identity — even my sexuality. Here's how I overcame it and found the love of my life.
OCD made her question her sexuality and analyze her desires. After meeting queer people, she accepted her sexuality and met the love of her life.
Why more young people are getting cancer
More teens and young adults are getting cancer than ever, leaving researchers scrambling for clues. Here's what we know and how to protect yourself.
Four healthy lifestyle choices could add years to your life, regardless of your genes, scientists say
The first study to compare the impact of lifestyle changes and genes on our longevity identified four things that could help us live years longer.
Gen Z's new status symbol
There's an alarming surge in facial injections driven by young people. In a remote, online world, the hottest status symbol is your face.
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A doctor says looking after your gut will take care of your brain and immune system, too. Here are 3 things he does himself, including 'gut gardening.'
Dr. Monty Lyman says research suggests the brain, gut, and immune system are linked. He shares how he cultivates a diverse microbiome for a healthy mind and body.
Cher says she dates younger men because older men were too 'terrified' to approach her
Younger men were "the only ones" who weren't scared of her because they were "raised by women like me," Cher said on "The Jennifer Hudson Show."
A young Duke professor won $250,000 for her algorithms that could find symptoms of heart disease when they start
Duke University professor Amanda Randles won for her work with supercomputers and algorithms, creating blood flow simulations to treat patients.
Celebrities can't lose weight without people speculating they're on Ozempic. Here's who's addressed rumors — as Melissa McCarthy ignores Barbra Streisand's question.
When Melissa McCarthy shared a photo of herself on Instagram, Barbra Streisand asked her if she had lost weight on Ozempic.
The 6-time Fittest Woman on Earth is rucking to train for the 2024 CrossFit Games. She says it's an easy way to stay fit and elevate workouts.
In its simplest form, rucking involves walking while carrying a weighted backpack. CrossFit legend Tia-Clair Toomey-Orr explains its benefits.
I left my $90K job to take care of my mom full-time. Now I make less than minimum wage.
Alma Valencia, a primary carer for her mom, left full-time work to become a state-paid carer, highlighting the struggles of the "sandwich generation."
Walmart is shuttering all its 51 health centers and ending virtual care services as Amazon leans into the space
Walmart said the health business has proven "unsustainable," reversing a recent plan to double the number of clinics at its retail stores.
How to spot ultra-processed foods we mistake for healthy
Marketing health foods is a multibillion-dollar business. But they may not be as wholesome as you think. Here's how to spot ultra-processed foods.
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Chris Hemsworth wants you to know he doesn't have dementia and isn't retiring
Having a gene that puts you at higher risk of a disease is not the same as a diagnosis, and Hemsworth wants people to understand that.
The 15 cities in the US with the worst air quality, ranked
Swiss company IQAir ranked the most and least polluted cities around the world in 2023.
My daughter was born with profound hearing loss in one ear. We decided not to go through with a cochlear implant.
When her daughter was 3 months old, they found out she had profound hearing loss. They want her to decide whether she gets a cochlear implant.
Anne Hathaway's plan was to stop drinking until her kids were grown up. Now, she says she's over 5 years sober.
A CDC report found that the loss in productivity due to hangovers cost the economy almost $90 billion in 2010.
6 psychological mistakes business leaders make, including 'crossing the net'
Dr. Matthew Jones is a psychologist who coaches cofounders. He shared some of the biggest communication mistakes business leaders make.
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I knew having an older dad meant less time with him, but that didn't make losing him any easier
Growing up, my dad was older than other parents. Knowing we would have less time together didn't help with the loss when he died.
3 women contracted HIV after getting 'vampire facials' at an unlicensed medical spa, federal authorities say
Three women contracted HIV after getting "vampire facials" at an unlicensed medical spa in New Mexico, the CDC reported, the first cases of this kind.
3 questions to ask yourself if you want to cut down on ultra-processed foods, according to a dietitian
Growing research is linking ultra-processed foods to poor health. A dietitian shared three questions to make cutting down on UFPs less overwhelming.
Rita Moreno says her only daughter has helped her cope with aging: '92 is not easy in many ways'
According to the Urban Institute, about one in five Americans will be 65 or older by 2040, up from about one in eight in 2000.
I was named after my mom's first husband who died in war. I'm proud to carry his legacy.
My mom's first husband died five months after they got married in the Vietnam war. I'm honored to carry his legacy in my name.
My boyfriend and I moved in together 6 months ago. Our relationship dynamic has changed — mostly for the better.
I moved in with my boyfriend of two years, and our relationship has changed. We communicate better and had to figure out who would do which chores.
Kraft Heinz's CEO has a clean-eating lifestyle at odds with all that processed food — but he insists it shares his health mission
Kraft Heinz CEO Carlos Abrams-Rivera practices intermittent fasting and exercises six days a week, The Wall Street Journal reported.
A 110-year-old man says he's never had back pain and still drives his car every day. Here are his 6 longevity tips.
Vincent Dransfield, 110, lives alone and drives his car every day. He credits movement, milk, and strong relationships with giving him longevity.
After getting hired, I started dating a man from the interview panel. It put targets on our backs and made promotions difficult.
An employee started dating a coworker from her interview panel. When they were outed as a couple, the ethics became murky. They got married anyway.
From Gen Alpha to boomers, we asked 6 therapists what each generation is talking about in therapy
In 2022, almost a quarter of US adults visited a psychologist, therapist, or psychiatrist. But what really goes on in these sessions?
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A timeline of King Charles' health struggles, from his cancer diagnosis to his return to public duties
Months after King Charles III was diagnosed with cancer, he is set to return to public-facing duties to visit a cancer treatment center.
I took Pilates classes for a year. I was the only man in a class full of women, but it's become my favorite workout.
I did Pilates for a year. I was the only man in a class full of women, but I loved how the workout strengthened my abs and eased my back pain.
At first, pre-workout supplements helped me to lift heavier. Then I became sleep-deprived and my gains tapered off.
At first, I loved that pre-workout made me more focused, energetic, and able to lift more. But I felt itchy, sleepless, and dependent.
I've gone by a nickname since I was in high school. Sometimes I feel like I'm erasing my real identity.
I've gone by a nickname since I was 15 because my name is hard to say and spell in English. It feels like I'm erasing my culture and identity.
A dietitian wants you to know pasta isn't the enemy. Here are 5 ways to make your favorite carb even healthier.
A dietitian says that pasta can be a delicious addition to a balanced diet — especially if you use these five tricks to make it even healthier.
A relationship coach wants professional women to stop dating with 'intern energy'
Anwar White, a dating coach, says professional women tend to date with "intern energy," which means they're waiting to be chosen.
Former Miss USA Cheslie Kryst's mother said she had high-functioning depression. Here's what that means.
High-functioning depression is a nonclinical term used to describe depression among people who maintain happy-looking, productive lives.
'Ozempic face' could create a huge market for fillers. One newly-public company wants to cash in.
Flemming Ornskov, the CEO of Galderma, said that the Ozempic face phenomenon could be a boost for its fillers business.
I worried my grandmother wouldn't accept my name change because I'm nonbinary. She showed me a side of her I never knew.
When the writer came out to their grandmother as nonbinary, she accepted their pronouns and new name. They both had a new understanding of each other.
My parents gave me a name that I hated. At 38, I legally changed it as a birthday present to myself.
Lissy Dunning — whose birth name was Phyllis — changed the name her parents gave her because she felt like it was an "old lady" name.
A centenarian who starts her day with gentle exercise and loves walks shares 5 longevity tips, including staying single
Centenarian Joyce Preston has filled her 100 years with singing, traveling, and friends. Here are her five longevity tips.
I got severe acne after falling sick from appendicitis. The experience inspired me to start a plant-based-skincare company.
BeautyGrass founder Jenny Evans started the skincare company after she developed appendicitis and severe acne. Her products use natural ingredients.
I hate cottage cheese but I tried stirring it into my meals for an extra dose of protein. I felt my gym performance improve.
I find cottage cheese revolting on its own, but it's delicious mixed into other recipes and an easy way to get more protein.
4 healthy but convenient breakfast swaps to try if you want to cut down on ultra-processed foods, according to a dietitian
Research has linked ultra-processed foods with health issues including cancer. A dietitian recommended four breakfast foods to making cutting down on UPFs easier.
Larry Ellison says Oracle's HQ is moving to Nashville — 4 years after relocating from California to Texas
Oracle just moved from Silicon Valley to Austin, Texas, in 2020. Larry Ellison says it's moving to Nashville to be close to the healthcare industry.
My 4 cousins and I all have the same first name. We go by nicknames instead.
The author was born in Argentina where there used to be a book of approved names people could use. She and her cousins are all named Maria.
A hospital in Australia is begging snakebite victims to stop bringing the snakes in with them
Snakebite victims in Australia are being advised not to bring the snakes to the emergency room, following a scare at a Queensland hospital this month.
Céline Dion says she goes to therapy 5 days a week and trains 'like an athlete' as part of her treatment plan
"I hope that we'll find a miracle, a way to cure it with scientific research, but for now I have to learn to live with it," Céline Dion told Vogue France.
I spent over $100,000 on IVF treatments. Eventually, one of my sisters donated her eggs, and the other was my surrogate.
A woman tried IVF treatments for five years. She became a mom after one sister donated her eggs and the other was the surrogate.