Why Are Younger Adults Developing This Common Heart Condition?
New research suggests that A-fib may be more prevalent, and more dangerous, in people under 65 than previously thought.
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New research suggests that A-fib may be more prevalent, and more dangerous, in people under 65 than previously thought.
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Running all out, at least for short distances, can be a great way to level up your workout routine.
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Many people in the United States are taking five or more prescription drugs. That can lead to serious complications.
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In the age of Ozempic, the “fat activist” Virginia Sole-Smith is inspiring and infuriating her followers.
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5 Gut Facts Experts Want You to Know
We asked gastroenterologists every mortifying question we could think of. Here’s straight talk on constipation, heartburn and gas.
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What’s the Best Way to Treat I.B.S.?
A new study suggests that certain dietary changes may be more effective than medication.
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After Unthinkable Loss, Biking Helped Me Embrace Life Again
A grieving mother finds a new beginning on two wheels.
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A Little Bit of Dirt Is Good for You
Go on, grab a handful of soil or hike a muddy trail: It can benefit everything from your mood to your microbiome.
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We Have Tick Medications for Dogs. Why Not for People?
Certain concerns have hindered development, but several Lyme prevention drugs are currently being tested in humans.
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The Ultimate Skin Care Routine for Your Body
Many people pay the most attention to the skin on their face, but the rest of your body needs care, too. Here’s how to give it what it needs.
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Is It Healthier to Eat Your Vegetables Before Your Carbs?
“Nutrient sequencing” is said to regulate blood sugar. We asked experts if the science holds up.
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Why Do I Feel Gassy on Airplanes?
There are a few reasons that air travel can cause bloating. We have tips for making your next flight more comfortable.
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In 6 Minutes, You Can Be Done With Your Workout
Our three short workout videos will get your heart pumping and give you a full-body workout without a trip to the gym.
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Seven poses to help you wake up and feel energized, whether you’re an expert or a beginner.
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A gentler version of a popular workout keeps you moving while keeping your body off the floor.
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Some states with Republican-controlled legislatures want more data, while some controlled by Democrats want less, fearing it could be used to target patients or providers.
By Pam Belluck and Emma G. Fitzsimmons
H5N1, an avian flu virus, has killed tens of thousands of marine mammals, and infiltrated American livestock for the first time. Scientists are working quickly to assess how it is evolving and how much of a risk it poses to humans.
By Apoorva Mandavilli and Emily Anthes
Officials have shared little information, saying the outbreak was limited. But asymptomatic cows in North Carolina have changed the assessment.
By Apoorva Mandavilli and Emily Anthes
Among those with substance use disorders who have been referred to child welfare, less than half received medication or counseling.
By Emily Baumgaertner
The “car key conversation” can be painful for families to navigate. Experts say there are ways to have it with empathy and care.
By Catherine Pearson
Mammography can miss tumors in women with dense breasts, so their doctors often include ultrasound or M.R.I. scans. Patients often wind up paying the bill.
By Roni Caryn Rabin
The change followed a sweeping review by England’s National Health Service that found “remarkably weak” evidence for youth gender treatments.
By Azeen Ghorayshi
After a drawn-out global controversy over the coronavirus, the W.H.O. has updated its classification of how pathogens spread through the air.
By Carl Zimmer
In a first, a Colorado law extends privacy rights to the neural data increasingly coveted by technology companies.
By Jonathan Moens
The company reported results of clinical trials involving Zepbound, an obesity drug in the same class as Novo Nordisk’s Wegovy.
By Gina Kolata
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