A new study review says increasing water intake could aid weight loss, help prevent kidney stones, and more. Here’s what to know.

A quick vaginal swab can replace the Pap test as a cervical cancer screening option for women ages 30 and older, according to new guidelines published this week by the U.S. Preventive Services Task ...

The choice between a scoop of ice cream or a bubbly sweet soda could make a difference in a person’s risk of serious problems ...

Here’s what to know about the 2024-2025 vaccines — what’s available, how the updated versions are tested, how well each protects you, side effects and other safety information, the best time to get ...

The FDA has approved the drug durvalumab for adults with limited-stage small-cell lung cancer (LS-SCLC) whose disease hasn’t gotten worse after getting platinum-based chemo and radiation at the same ...

Health concerns have prompted the Environmental Protection Agency to ban certain chemicals used for dry cleaning and for ...

Tools, resources, and support for living well with osteoarthritis.

What Is Bipolar I Disorder? Bipolar I disorder (pronounced "bipolar one" and also known as manic-depressive disorder or manic depression) is a form of mental illness. A person affected by bipolar ...

Life expectancy in the United States is improving a little, but not as much as that of many other high-income and some middle-income nations, a new study says.

When facing the choice between milk and dark chocolate, yet another study suggests that reaching for dark chocolate is likely the more beneficial option.

The FDA has granted accelerated approval to zenocutuzumab, a new drug for adults with advanced non-small-cell lung cancer ...

Ozempic and other GLP-1 drugs have surged in popularity, dominating U.S. medication spending in 2023 for their effectiveness in managing diabetes and promoting weight loss. As demand grows, promising ...