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Can You Prevent Cancer?

While there’s no 100% guarantee, you can help limit cancer risk by adopting healthier lifestyle habits

Unhealthy Glow: The Dangers of Tanning Beds

UVA rays from tanning beds increase your risk of skin cancer, wrinkles and eye damage

Is Your AC Making You Sick?

If you feel sick, it’s probably because of air quality — not your air conditioner

How To Make the Zeigarnik Effect Work for You

This phenomenon explains why unfinished tasks loom large in your mind

July Is UV Safety Month

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Does Sun-Protective Clothing Actually Work?

Look for a UPF rating of 50+ for optimal protection against UV rays

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Yes, Your Sunscreen Can Expire

You know it’s not good if you’ve been holding onto it for more than three years or if it’s changed in color, consistency or smell

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Does Powder Sunscreen Work?

The convenient option is good for touch-ups, but it shouldn’t replace your traditional sunscreen

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Can the Sun Damage Your Hair?

Yes, but you can protect yourself with hats, scarves or even hair sunblock

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Why UV Protection Matters When You’re Choosing Sunglasses

UV protection blocks harmful rays to protect your eyes and the skin around them

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Will a Beach Umbrella Protect You From the Sun?

Research shows that umbrella shade is less effective than sunscreen for preventing sunburn

Hot Weather Health Hazards

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Why Kidney Stones Increase in Summer

Warmer temps, dehydration and increased physical activity can cause kidney stones that formed over the winter to move

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What Is Sun Poisoning?

This ‘poisoning’ is actually a severe sunburn that seems similar to an allergic reaction

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How the Heat Can Affect Your Heart

Sizzling temperatures force your heart to work much harder

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The Heat Is On: How To Manage Your Diabetes During Extreme Temps

Hot, humid weather can affect your blood sugar levels and even cause dehydration or heat stroke

Top Tips for Your Skin

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Easy Steps for a Simple Skin Care Routine

Your skin care routine doesn’t need to be overly involved — or expensive

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Skin Care for Men: What You Need To Know

Skin care for men doesn’t have to be complicated

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Skin Care Trends: What’s New and What To Avoid

Strengthening your skin barrier, simple routines and minimizing products are ongoing, popular trends

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Skin Care Tips From a Dermatologist

Sunscreen, moisturizer and a topical antioxidant every day are a good start to a good skin care routine

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How To Order Your Skin Care Routine

At a minimum, in the morning, apply a cleanser, followed by a moisturizer and sunscreen, in that order

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Do You Need a Face Toner?

New formulas are less drying and contain water-based and skin-loving ingredients

Eating for Weight Loss

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22 Smart Snack Ideas To Help You Lose Weight

Opt for snacks that have protein, fiber and healthy fats to help prevent cravings and keep you feeling full and satisfied

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How Many Calories Should You Eat in a Day?

It depends on factors like your age, activity level and if you want to maintain, lose or gain weight

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Where Does Fat Disappear to When You Lose Weight?

Fat exits your body in your breath, pee and sweat

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How to Safely Use a ‘Calorie Deficit’ To Lose Weight

A little bit of math and a little bit of patience can put you on the path to meeting your goals

Recent Articles

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July 10, 2026/Sleep
Sleep Chronotypes: What They Are and How To Figure Yours Out

Your chronotype reflects when your body naturally wants to sleep and wake — and why your energy peaks when it does

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July 10, 2026/Ear, Nose & Throat
How to Safely and Quickly Stop a Nosebleed

A few simple steps — including a well-placed pinch on your nose — can help the healing

Child having a loud crying tantrum in the grocery store, with alarmed parent
July 10, 2026/Children’s Health
Surviving the ‘Terrible Twos’: Tips and Tricks

Big feelings, growing independence and lots of meltdowns are all typical parts of toddlerhood

Hands holding "cheater" reading glasses, with a book open on table
July 10, 2026/Eye Care
Are ‘Cheater’ Glasses Right for You?

Over-the-counter reading glasses can work well for many people, but they’re not the best choice for everyone

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July 9, 2026/Children’s Health
Could a Bedwetting Alarm Be the Key to Drier Nights for Your Child?

These moisture sensors can help kids’ brains and bladders make the connection needed to end overnight accidents

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Is a Full-Body MRI Worth It?

This type of test can spot problems early, but it can come with tradeoffs, like false alarms, high cost and added stress

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July 9, 2026/Nutrition
The Health Benefits of Mangoes

A mango a day may help keep hunger and bloating away

Child sleeping and wetting the bed, with wet sheets and pajamas
July 8, 2026/Children’s Health
How To Help Your Child Stop Wetting the Bed

Most kids grow out of bedwetting over time, but certain strategies can help — including having them evaluated for other medical conditions

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Living With Chronic Conditions

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Understanding Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia
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Understanding Chronic Hives
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Living Well With Hidradenitis Suppurativa
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Understanding Vasomotor Symptoms: Hot Flashes and Night Sweats
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Understanding Alzheimer’s Disease
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Living With Wet Age-Related Macular Degeneration
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Living With IgA Nephropathy and C3G Kidney Diseases
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Living With Atopic Dermatitis (Eczema)
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Managing Diabetes-Related Macular Edema
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Living With Huntington’s Disease
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Living With Advanced Gastric Cancer