Health

Those who experience vivid nightmares and odd hallucinations might have an underlying autoimmune disease, a new study suggests.

Researchers found that 17% of the teen girls surveyed are potentially addicted to social media, and more than a third have potential anxiety disorders.

Cardiometabolic risk factors include heart attack, stroke and diabetes.

Nestlé is launching a line of food products tailored to people using weight-loss medication in an effort to capitalize on a market expected to reach $30 billion in the next six years. 

White noise is well-known for masking sounds, but pink, brown, and other colored noises are gaining popularity for their potential benefits on sleep, concentration, and relaxation despite limited scientific research.

People with HIV can breastfeed their babies, as long as they are taking medications that effectively suppress the virus that causes AIDS, a top U.S. pediatricians’ group said Monday in a sharp policy change.

Sammy Teusch, a fourth grader, died after emotional and physical bullying at school, his father says. "I just want him to never be forgotten."

The CDC released data indicating a modest decrease in fatal overdoses in the United States last year.

Pig kidney transplant recipient Richard Slayman has died nearly two months after he underwent the procedure. Here’s what’s known about xenotransplantation.

Infusing this pantry staple into your diet could pay big dividends for cognitive health and longevity, a new study suggests.

Popular TikTok creator Dr. Kimberley Nix announced her own death in a heartfelt final video titled "Get Ready with Me, One Last Time," where she shared her journey with metastatic sarcoma and encouraged new followers to learn from her experiences.

Two longtime representatives of Brian Wilson will now make decisions on his behalf. The music legend was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 1988.

BetterHelp is issuing refunds to customers as part of a $7.8 million settlement over allegations that it shared sensitive health data with advertisers.

The American Academy of Pediatrics has updated its screen time guidelines for children and teenagers with new age-based handouts.

Snuggling with a cat seems like a loving and relaxing activity, but a new study implies that it might affect your mental health down the line.

Only a dozen states have laws that prohibit lighting up in a private vehicle with children present. No level of exposure to secondhand smoke is safe, the CDC says.

Miss USA 2023 Noelia Voigt has announced that she is resigning from the title. "I realize this may come as a large shock to many," the 24-year-old wrote.