Health

A woman having fun in the snow, a concept of building resiliency - happy despite challenges. By aviahuismanphotography
Health

7 Strategies for Building Resiliency

You can teach yourself to bounce back and embrace joy

By Rosean Bishop, Ph.D. | January 23, 2026
A woman lying asleep on a sofa, having learned how to master the power nap. By Protean Chorruangsak
Health

How to Master the Power Nap

A well-timed nap can work wonders

By Harvard Men’s Health Watch | January 14, 2026
Tired man at a public table. If you are sleepy during the day, it may be a sign that you aren't getting enough sleep at night, furthering the risk of the sleep and dementia connection. Image: Natthapon M
Health

Sleep and Dementia

Are they connected? What can be done?

By Diego Z. Carvalho, M.D. | January 2, 2026
Man lifting weights, hopefully avoiding the mistakes that sabotage your workout (including lifting weights that are too heavy). Image by Yuri Arcurs.
Health

6 Mistakes That Sabotage Your Workout

Make the most of your exercise time

By Heidi Godman, Harvard Health Letter | December 22, 2025
Man using a tablet at bedtime while his wife sleeps. He needs to understand the benefits of minimizing screen time. Image by Monkey Business Images.
Health

Screen Time and Health

Four benefits to cutting back

By Mysoon Ayuob, M.D., Mayo Foundation for Medical Education and Research | December 16, 2025
Happy woman, by Tpibernik. Happiness and a positive attitude have been linked to multiple health benefits, but achieving that can be more difficult if happiness doesn’t come easily. Dr. Howard LeWine of Harvard Health offers tips on improving happiness.
Health

Improving Happiness When It’s Not Your Natural State

Tips for achieving a positive, sunny attitude

By Howard LeWine, M.D., Harvard Health Publishing | December 8, 2025
A group of older women exercise walking despite arthritis. Image by Dimaberkut
Health

Walking Despite Arthritis

Tips to make walking easier and increase intensity

By Howard LeWine, M.D., Harvard Health Publishing” | November 10, 2025
This quick, free, and easy at-home test can help you uncover hidden health risks – no special equipment needed!
Health

A Quick, Free DIY Test to Uncover Hidden Health Risks

Your neck size could be a sign of deeper problems

By Christy Bieber | November 3, 2025
A couple holding their stomachs after getting traveler's diarrhea
Health

Dealing with Traveler’s Diarrhea

Don’t let it put an end to your fun

By Jesse Bracamonte, D.O. | October 29, 2025
An array of sweets, like pies, cookies, and more, can make it easy to overindulge. But what should you do after eating too much sugar? Image by Natalia Karjalainen
Health

Remedies After Eating Too Much Sugar

The best response may not be what you think it is!

By Victoria Whittington, RDN, EatingWell.com | October 24, 2025

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