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There are some people in life you may not like all that much, but it's in your best interest to enjoy their company. It could be the brother-in-law who loves to antagonize you, a coworker who gets on your last nerve, or the parents of your child's BFF whom you can't ever seem to get on the same page...
Parents and people who support parents and families recognize that while parenting has its highs, stress among parents is also ubiquitous. They are seeking ideas and tips to help parents navigate the lows, and strategies for nurturing their well-being. Our favorite parenting books of 2025 provide sc...
Adults with ADHD who understand and apply their personal strengths experience better well-being and fewer mental health difficulties....
Public trust in AI chatbot therapists has surged, according to a new Curtin University study, leading to the redevelopment of a safer, well-being chatbot called Monti. The research is now guiding the redevelopment of Curtin's next generation of well-being chatbot, Monti, co-designed with consumers to promote safe, r...
New research shows that where a person lives can determine whether they receive timely diagnosis and care, or instead fall through the cracks. A new statewide mapping study of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias (ADRD) highlights sharp gaps between Maryland’s urban and rural communities, show...
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Experts warn against underestimating the flu and common cold, as they can have serious health consequences. They advise taking precautions like getting vaccinated and practicing good hygiene to avoid mistakes that can lead to a "cascade effect" of bad decisions during cold and flu season.
New research provides compelling evidence that untreated obstructive sleep apnea accelerates cardiovascular aging and significantly increases the risk of premature death. Researchers used a long-term mouse model that simulates the intermittent drops in oxygen levels characteristic of sleep apnea. Th...
A decade-long study tracking nearly 10,000 older women suggests that everyday beverage choices may subtly influence bone health. Researchers at Flinders University have investigated whether everyday drinks like coffee and tea could play a role in bone health among older women. The study, publi...
Maureen Cahillane, center, walks with her bereavement group on November 21 in Northampton, Mass. Nancy Eve Cohen hide caption toggle caption Nancy Eve Cohen Grief can make......
Alzheimer’s disease, the most common form of dementia, may be influenced by factors circulating in the blood....
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Gonorrhea is a common sexually transmitted infection caused by the bacterium Neisseria gonorrhoeae. It primarily infects the mucous membranes of the genital tract but can also affect the rectum, throat, and eyes....
Researchers discovered that children who went back to school during COVID experienced far fewer mental health diagnoses than those who stayed remote. Anxiety, depression, and ADHD all declined as in-person learning resumed. Healthcare spending tied to these conditions also dropped. Girls showed the ...
Researchers at Washington State University have uncovered evidence that sleep may not be entirely a function of the brain but also the microbes living within us. They discovered that bacterial cell wall molecules, known as peptidoglycan, exist naturally in the brain and fluctuate with the sleep cycl...
Health Break in the case for long COVID investigators Jacqueline Mitchell Beth Israel Communications December 12, 2025 3 min read Research highlighting chronic inflammation opens path to treating illness that affects millions of Americans A new study from investigators at Harvard and Beth Israel Dea...
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Glioblastoma is the most common form of brain cancer in adults, and its consequences are usually quick and fatal. After receiving standard-of-care treatment (surgery followed by radiation and chemotherapy), fewer than half of patients will survive longer than 15 months. Only 5 percent of patients su...
A measurable dip in brain choline may be one of the clearest chemical markers linked to anxiety disorders....
San Francisco-based pharmaceutical company OKAVA is investigating an implant that slowly releases a GLP-1 medication for up to six months...
