Cannabis use in U.S. states where recreational use is legal could be contributing to children’s asthma, according to new research. A study found increases in asthma in teens where cannabis is legal, compared to states where it...

If a study conducted at one St. Louis hospital is a good indicator, the COVID pandemic is tied to a surge in childhood injuries and deaths due to firearms. Black children and those in low-income households were...

It’s never too late for an expectant mom to adopt healthy habits for her baby and herself. The American Heart Association (AHA) offers some heart-healthy tips. “Pregnancy is often a pivotal time in a woman’s life from...

If you have frequent heartburn or think you may have acid reflux disease, see an expert before you suffer serious complications, one expert warns. “Gastroesophageal reflux disease is when you get acid and chemical damage to...

Acts of kindness could help fight depression. Doing good deeds — even small ones like buying a stranger a cup of coffee — helps people focus on someone other than themselves, countering depression, new research finds. Read...

Moving a heavy object or even coughing can result in a medical condition known as a hernia. While it’s common, many people don’t know what a hernia is, according to an expert at Penn State Health, who...

Winter may feel like a time for hibernation, but it’s important for seniors to safely keep up their hobbies and physical activity in the cold weather. “It’s important to get outside as much as possible, whether it’s...

As Americans struggle to eat better, plant-based diets have become the rage, but exactly what are those and how hard are they to follow? A growing number of people have turned to plant-based eating, as evidenced by...

Overuse of antibiotics may trigger inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), new research suggests. Among folks who were 40 or older, a new study found that antibiotics may increase the risk for bowel diseases, such as Crohn’s and ulcerative...

Water weight. It’s the bane of dieters looking to lose pounds, causing bloating, puffiness and disappointment when stepping on a scale. While a full 60% of your body is water, sometimes too much water is retained. That...