Health and Fitness
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Keep it simple: Ways to improve your health and wellness in 2026
Jan 02, 2026 8:25 am - The new year is a time when many try to start new good habits and commit to improving health and wellness. But resolutions, lofty as they may be, can turn daunting quickly. The good news is that the experts mostly say to keep it simple.
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Children’s health: Why e-scooters are unsafe for childrenJan 02, 2026 8:23 am - Electric scooters are becoming increasingly popular, showing up on neighborhood streets, sidewalks and bike paths. For many kids, they are an easy way to get around. But doctors say e-scooters are not toys, and they can be dangerous for children and teens.
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Ask the doctors: Overuse of curcumin or tumeric can cause GI distressJan 02, 2026 8:22 am - Curcumin, found in tumeric, has been shown to have anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and possibly antiviral properties. More recently, it has become a go-to in alternative medicine in the U.S. for a number of health conditions. But one problem researchers have bumped into is that, when taken by mouth, curcumin is poorly absorbed by the body.
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Flu cases are rising with a strain that makes older people sicker
Jan 01, 2026 4:21 pm - Cases of influenza in the United States are rising, driven by a new strain that public health officials worry current vaccines may not protect against as effectively.
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Fight the virus: 7 home remedies for a sore throat
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How to get the most out of your doctor's appointment
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Patient advocate: Tweaks for a happier, healthier 2026Dec 26, 2025 6:15 am - A recently released poll of 2,000 American adults of various ages yielded some interesting insights. Nearly 70% of those responding said 2025 was a dumpster fire of one sort or another for them, labeling it OK, bad or even awful. Yet, hope springs eternal.
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Ask the doctors: Mold can pose serious health risksDec 26, 2025 6:15 am - Molds and other forms of fungal growth can pose serious health risks. This is particularly true when their growth is extensive or there’s long-standing exposure. Symptoms often vary a lot from person to person. This can make it hard to identify a mold-related illness.
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Children’s health: Why do babies need the hepatitis B vaccine?Dec 26, 2025 6:00 am - Hepatitis B is a virus that can damage the liver and lead to lifelong health problems. The hepatitis B vaccine prevents short-term illness (acute hepatitis) and a life-threatening infection called chronic hepatitis B.
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How the end of extra Affordable Care Act subsidies could affect you