More at-home health tests are now available. How to know what’s right for you
The doctor is in — the mailbox, that is. You can now do self-administered tests for everything from thyroid function to HIV in the privacy of your own home — and that list continues to grow, as the Food and Drug Administration recently approved the first at-home cervical cancer test. While the tests can make […]
Pet allergies: How to help treat scratching, licking and biting
About five years ago, Gail Friedman noticed her Parson Russell Terrier was constantly licking his paws and seemed super uncomfortable. “The poor dog. I would put baby socks on his feet so that he wouldn’t lick them or bite at them,” said Friedman, of Oak Brook, Illinois. “I was constantly changing the socks, washing his […]
Arnold Schwarzenegger on how to stay healthy at age 50, 60 and beyond
On film, Arnold Schwarzenegger has been tough to take down. But in real life, the actor and former governor of California has had his share of health issues that required surgery and replacement parts as he has aged. Through it all, he continues to work out — a daily regimen that includes a bicycle for […]
How to get more work done in less time – and reclaim your life
With burnout a modern epidemic, long hours and an endless to-do list are no longer markers of success. Instead, writes Jess Stuart, the secret to success at work is a calm mind and a healthy, well-balanced life. Busyness has become endemic and as a result we’re struggling. An endless to-do list and frantic demeanour has […]
How to become rich: THESE investment tips may keep you Atmanirbhar throughout your life
When the nation is becoming Atmanirbhar, why should we individuals lag behind? Let us discuss how one can Atmanirbhar and remain Atmanirbhar during all the phases of life. Also Read | Gold price today in your city: Check Mumbai, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi on May 18 Early days in life Gaining basic knowledge about finance Ideally […]
Easily distracted? How to improve your attention span – CTV News
How to improve your attention span. By The Associated Press. Published: May 17, 2025 at 8:16AM EDT. A woman looks at her phone while watching the sun … Source link
how to lose weight without fad diets or medication
Prefer a drug-free approach to weight loss? Research shows dietary strategies can mimic the effects of ‘semaglutides’ such as Ozempic and Wegovy — no starvation necessary. By Mary J. Scourboutakos Despite the popularity of semaglutide drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy for weight loss, surveys suggest that most people still prefer to lose weight without using […]
How to limit exposure to arsenic in rice after report finds high levels in brands across U.S.
Toxic heavy metals like arsenic are found in high levels in rice brands sold across the United States, according to a recent report — but experts say there are ways to reduce your exposure. The report, from Healthy Babies, Bright Futures, an organization focused on babies’ exposure to toxic chemicals, says testing found arsenic in 100% […]
How to avoid false blood pressure highs
ORLANDO – Having high blood pressure, called hypertension, is the biggest risk for disability, dementia, and early death around the world, and in the U.S., almost half of adults have it. Hypertension is also associated with a higher incidence of heart attack and stroke. In fact, life insurance companies have been known to turn you […]
Worries about flying seem to be taking off. Here’s how to cope with in-flight anxiety
NEW YORK (AP) — Adelynn Campbell’s last plane trip ended with a panic attack that she got through largely with the help of a kind flight attendant. That was last year — before 67 people died in January when an American Airlines jet collided with a helicopter over Washington, D.C., in the deadliest U.S. air […]