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Surgeon General says we need to focus on these 3 things to live better U.S. Surgeon General Vivek H. Murthy on Tuesday released his penned parting prescription to the country preparing his exit as the nation's top doctor. As he closes out his term, Murthy is urging Americans to realign their lives around relationships, service, and purpose

Want strong, healthy hair? Dermatologist talks rice water's potential benefits What's the first thing you notice about someone? For some, it's their hair, whether that be the length, texture, color or shine. On average, there are approximately 100,000 hair follicles on the human head. Despite this, hair loss happens to everyone. Each day, we shed

No amount of alcohol is safe. Surgeon general is right to sound the alarm. | Opinion It will take a long time to change public perception about alcohol and cancer. U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy is right to start now. I've come to know Dr. Vivek Murthy, the U.S. surgeon general, in recent years

How to safely freeze milk, according to health experts Not being able to finish all your groceries before they expire isn't a good feeling. But how do you know when it's OK to freeze certain food products? Milk may not be the first thing to come to mind when thinking about freeze-able goods, but nutrition

Popular baby pygmy hippo born in the US now has a name after poll drives 100,000 votes Moo Deng ruled the internet in 2024, but a new baby pygmy hippo may be coming for the crown this new year. The Metro Richmond Zoo in Virginia announced the name of its very own baby pygmy hippopotamus

Here's how Tylenol holds up against other common pain relievers We’ve all taken Tylenol (acetaminophen) at some point or another for pain relief. Taking Tylenol can do wonders for alleviating mild aches and pains, from the headache that won’t go away to persistent muscle cramps. It can even help break the fever that’s got you

Fasting isn't for everyone, but it offers more health benefits than you might think When it comes to losing weight, there are no shortage of unproven recommendations to choose from: fad diets like the carnivore diet or GOLO diet; juice cleanses and vitamin injections; plus a host of powders, shakes, pills, supplements and other weight-loss

Can dogs have mango? What to know before feeding your pet the tropical fruit. Any dog owner knows the struggle of your pet begging at your feet for some food. Sometimes, they don't even want their own treats. They'll whine, cry and show those puppy-dog eyes in hopes of stealing a snack meant for you.

Would you drink hot chocolate with bone broth in it? Bone broth hot chocolate doesn't exactly sound like the tasty, cozy winter drink we knew from childhood. So why is it going viral now? Wellness influencers on TikTok and Instagram are touting this unconventional approach to the holiday beverage, dubbing it a more nutritionally-dense alternative

What's the strongest OTC anti-inflammatory? Experts compare naproxen, ibuprofen When it comes to managing mild pain at home, there’s a strong probability you’ve already got a few types of OTC anti-inflammatories stocked in your medicine cabinet. Ibuprofen (Advil or Motrin), naproxen (Aleve) and aspirin (Bayer or Ecotrin) are common pain relievers that belong to a

New year, new dog. How your resolutions can incorporate your canine companion. The New Year is a great time to intentionally think about how you can improve your dog's life, and in turn, your own. About 70% of Americans own a pet, with dogs being the most common, according to a 2024 Harris Poll data.

Is it OK to feed your cat bananas? Your cat's dietary restrictions, explained Has your cat ever eyed your food longingly? Maybe they've even meowed their way to sneaking a bite. And sometimes, you don't know if the human food they're after is safe. There are some foods deemed OK for cat consumption, but others