Your scars tell the story of you -- your first fall off a bike, the time you broke your wrist jumping from a chair, medical mishaps, illnesses and more. And while plenty of people proudly display their bumps and bruises, not everyone wants a constant visual...
On July 17, a federal appeals court ruled that the Trump administration could expand the limit on short term health insurance plans, a move that had already taken effect in late 2018. These temporary health plans, labeled “junk” by critics, offer coverage for people...
The great outdoors is calling! Unfortunately, so are the bugs. For safer, itch-free outdoor activities, you need an effective insect repellent. But that huge selection of sprays on the market can make your head swim. Should you stick with the conventional...
Soaking up some rays as you lounge in a beach chair is a quintessential summer activity. The more we learn about UV safety, though, the more that sun-soaked lounge session seems like a bad idea. But there's no need to scrap all your outdoor fun over fears about sun...
If you have TRICARE benefits and you’re turning 65 soon, you might be wondering how your current coverage works with Medicare. Are they compatible? Who pays first? And what about Medicare Advantage? You might also get stacks of mailers as your 65th birthday...
When you give something away to people in need or lend a hand in general, you feel good. Really good. Why is that? Some people refer to this effect as the "helper's high." Doing good in the world makes you feel good, which makes you want to keep doing it. In other...
In a normal year, you might be counting down the days until your summer vacation. But this is no normal year. That said, you might still be trying to decide whether it’s worth it to head out of town for some much-needed R&R. And if you have to travel for work or...
Worried about the time your kids spend glued to their gaming consoles? Fear not, gentle gamers and parents. It turns out that playing video games actually offers some health benefits -- for the young and young at heart. The latest scientific research suggests that...
Last year, we published an article comparing medicine and healthcare in colonial America to the healthcare system of today in honor of July 4th. It’s probably a no-brainer that medicine in the 21st century looks completely different from what it did at the dawn...
As you prep for Independence Day and a full day of celebrations, you’ve probably got plenty on your safety checklist already. From fireworks to water woes, there are lots of summertime dangers just itching to be invited to the picnic. Some, like mosquitoes, show up...
