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Statins May Reduce Effectiveness of Flu Vaccine in Seniors
Two new studies suggest cholesterol-lowering drugs could affect immune response.
High-Intensity Intervals Change How Muscle Cells Manage Calcium
New study explains why short, intensive bursts of exercise are as effective than long workouts — and why antioxidants can undermine endurance training.
Late Bedtimes for Teens May Cause Weight Gain as Adults
A new study suggests staying up too late could lead to added pounds.
Candy Companies Ramp Up Kids TV Ads Despite Pledge
A new study shows that major candy brands increased their television marketing to kids after promising to curtail ads.
How Happiness Improves Heart Health
New research shows how a positive attitude can improve your ability to rebound from heart disease.
Unpacking the Challenges of Social Health in the Digital Age
Americans are more digitally connected than ever before, yet numerous studies show that we are increasingly unhappy. Why is that? Dallas Hartwig and Pilar Gerasimo help us unpack the challenges of social health in the digital age.
New Flu Vaccine Promises Better Results, but Critics Remain Skeptical
The CDC hopes to improve on last year’s vaccine performance this flu season.
Vitamin D May Help Elderly Reduce Their Risk of Falling
A new study suggests that supplementing elderly diets may boost muscle strength and prevent injuries.
Staying Human in the Digital Age: Q&A With Manoush Zomorodi
The podcast host and author shares her top insights on maintaining a healthy relationship with technology.
10-Minute Workout With Patricia Moreno
Patricia Moreno demonstrates an energizing and efficient 10-minute fitness routine you can do at home.
5 Questions to Consider in Cultivating Healthy Friendships
Positive bonds support our happiness, but soured relationships may need to be re-evaluated. Here are five things to consider.
Growth Rate of Bacteria in Gut May Signal Disease
New research could help doctors diagnose some chronic diseases earlier and treat them more effectively.
New Blood Pressure Guidelines May Boost Use of Controversial Drugs
Conclusion is likely to boost prescription drug use to meet government standards.
Social Impacts of the “Always-On” Phone Culture
A new poll shows the changing social norms around cell-phone use and the challenges of maintaining mobile-phone etiquette.
Walking in Nature Can Change Your Brain
New research suggests that getting out into nature can help city dwellers — and others — improve their moods.
Inside Olga Kotelko’s Brain
New research offers the first glimpse at the effects of regular physical activity on a nonagenarian’s brain.
Coffitivity: Bring the Coffee Shop to Your Cubicle
Grab your headphones — and possibly spark your creativity — to plug into the latest app that allows you to customize your office-space ambiance.
New Study: Surgery Not Best Option for Very Early-Stage Breast Cancer
Canadian researchers find mortality rates not affected by aggressive surgical intervention.
Dietary Shifts May Slow Brain Aging
A new study suggests a variation on the Mediterranean diet may reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer’s.
Building Healthy Connections
How strengthening your personal relationships and hooking up with a healthy tribe may improve your health, happiness, and success.
What We Can Learn From the Four Happiest Places on Earth
Taking cues from the world’s happiest places and people, you might find a simple shift in your attitude could make all the difference in unlocking your own true bliss.