How to talk to your teen, according to an expert
Parents worry a lot about their teenagers, but a recent survey highlighted they often don't know how to talk to them. A psychologist shares advice.
How much cheese should you eat a day? A nutrition expert weighs in on dairy.
Milk does a body good, right? Some researchers and doctors are challenging that idea. Here's what a nutrition expert says about the health benefits of dairy.
As mosquito season gets longer, how one city is working to prevent diseases
Hotter and more humid summers are making mosquito seasons longer, opening the door for more West Nile virus infections.
Cancer deaths among men predicted to increase 93% by 2050, study finds
Cancer cases and deaths among men are expected to nearly double globally by 2050, according to a new study.
FDA approves first nasal spray for allergic reactions. Here's what to know.
The nasal spray "Neffy" is the first needle-free option for severe allergic reactions that the FDA has approved. The spray would be an alternative to EpiPens.
This after-dinner activity went viral for helping your health, sleep. Does it work?
This post-meal activity, dubbed the #FartWalk by social media user @mairlynsmith, can help you feel better in more ways than one. Here's what a nutritionist says about the trend.
Can weight loss drugs curb more than appetite?
CBS News chief medical correspondent Dr. Jon LaPook takes a look at new research that suggests popular drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy might help with other cravings.
How to help protect your kids from measles as school starts
Federal health officials have a message for parents about protecting kids against measles.
What is cortisol? How to lower levels amid concerns over "cortisol face"
"Cortisol face" is a trending topic on TikTok — but what is cortisol, exactly? Here's what to know.
Sugar substitute erythritol increases risk for heart attack, study finds
Erythritol, a sugar substitute commonly used in reduced-sugar products, may increase risk for negative cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke, according to new research.
How to keep pets safe during the summer heat
Expert tips to keep your pets safe this summer as temperatures soar across the U.S.
Sex is back at the Olympics this year, but could it affect athletes?
The intimacy ban in place due to COVID-19, has been lifted. What might that mean for Olympic athletes at the 2024 Paris Games? We asked experts.
Gen X, millennials have greater risk of developing certain cancers, study finds
Gen Xers and millennials have a higher risk of developing more than a dozen cancers than older generations, according to new research from the American Cancer Society.
Lung cancer screenings save lives but are unfamiliar to most. Here's what to know.
The majority of people are unfamiliar with life-saving screenings available for the disease, according to a survey from the American Lung Association. Here's what to know about risk factors and getting screened.
14 risk factors for Alzheimer's disease — and what you can do about them
A new study highlights new risk factors for dementia, as well as 12 previously known risk factors, and ways to combat them.