Sudden withdrawal from coffee and cigarettes can trigger symptoms that mimic serious disease, leading to unnecessary tests in hospital intensive care units, a new review concludes. “Nicotine and caffeine are some of the most commonly used and...

Scores of over-the-counter and prescription drugs interact poorly with alcohol, says the American Addiction Centers. Side effects of mixing alcohol and certain drugs range from nausea to organ damage, the organization says. Some drugs that do not...

Liver spots are flat, dark areas of pigment that appear on the skin — often on areas exposed to the sun. The likelihood of getting such spots tends to rise as we age, says MedlinePlus. Common after...

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Want to celebrate longer days and warmer nights with fewer calories? Try these smart ways to cut the calories from favorite cocktails. If you’re a daiquiri diehard, skip the packaged mixers and sugary concentrates. Make your own...

Being thoughtful and caring are great qualities to have, but if you go out of your way to get people to like you, you could be a people-pleaser, with unfortunate consequences for your own well-being. If you’re...

In what amounts to a double whammy for those living with HIV, a new American Heart Association scientific statement says these patients face higher heart risks but also major barriers to health care. Three-quarters of people in...

Parents, here’s another reason your teenager should get enough sleep: A new study suggests tired teens may be more likely to have unsafe sex. Researchers analyzed data collected from 1,850 teens in Southern California between 2013 and...

Perdue Recalls Almost 32,000 Pounds of Chicken

When adults respond quickly and consistently to bullying behavior, they send a message that it is not acceptable, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Service says. Parents and school staff can help prevent bullying by talking...