It’s not just a pain in the uterus — reproductive health problems could also break your heart. A recent study suggests that women dealing with common gynecological issues, like heavy or irregular periods, could be at a higher risk for cardiovascular disease and conditions that affect blood flow to the brain, like stroke. “We are … Read more
This stinks! Some people frequently worry about body odor, even when they smell perfectly fine. Sometimes it gets so bad that they perceive other people’s gestures — such as sniffing, touching their nose or opening a window — as confirmation that they stink. Even worse, they may miss work, skip a fun event or socially withdraw … Read more
Drop and give us… well, read on for how many. Your ability to do push-ups indicates more than just how muscular your arms are — the number you can do also offers clues about your overall health. “A study by Harvard researchers found that middle-aged men who could perform at least 20 push-ups had significantly … Read more
Breast cancer rates are on the rise for women under 40 in the US, with recent research showing they have increased by more than 0.5% per year in 21 states. Additionally, prostate cancer rates have increased by 2% to 3% annually, and colon cancer rates have risen by 1% to 2% per year among individuals … Read more
Novo Nordisk said on Wednesday it would begin selling its weight-loss drug Wegovy at a discounted price of $499 per month to patients paying cash, as it grapples with shifts to the competitive dynamic of the US obesity drug market. The move comes just over a week after rival Eli Lilly cut the price for vials of its weight-loss … Read more
One in two women say 2025 will see them at their strongest, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 women explored their health and wellness goals, as well as their priorities, and found 58% are dedicating themselves to being mentally the strongest they’ve ever been. Results showed reducing stress or anxiety as the number … Read more
You’ve heard of “mommy makeovers” — but now the menopause makeover is the latest trend shaking up the wellness industry. Dr. Smita Ramanadham told The Post that her plastic surgery practice in New Jersey, once bustling with young women looking to bounce back after having children, is now seeing a fresh wave of middle-aged patients … Read more
Strong swimmers could help men outlive the competition. New research suggests that those with higher-quality sperm may enjoy nearly three extra years of life compared to their less agile counterparts. In a nutshell: “The lower the semen quality, the lower the life expectancy,” said Lærke Priskorn, Ph.D., a senior researcher at Copenhagen University Hospital who … Read more
A surgeon is pleading with Generation Z to get a basic test to avoid a future cancer battle and let go of embarrassment around talking about bowel movements and bad diets. Dr. Mark Soliman has noticed a terrifying rise in younger patients getting diagnosed with colorectal cancer. The physician is seeing more and more 20-something-year-olds who have … Read more
While menopause is a very natural phase that every woman goes through, it beckons certain discomforts like night sweats, hot flashes and mood swings. But a new study published in the journal PLOS One suggests that these symptoms may be more than just uncomfortable — they could signal how likely you are to develop dementia. … Read more