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Why Being Stressed All the Time Can Make You Sick
Early-life stress is especially concerning, according to recent research.
What Is Vitiligo and Why Do People Develop It?
Winnie Harlow and Amy Deanna, models who have vitiligo, are defying the stigma associated with the skin condition but it’s still a burden for many people.
This Is What Happens to the Fat You Burn During Your Workout
Your body does two things to help you lose weight when dieting and exercising.
An Influential Think Tank Suggested That Harm Reduction Doesn't Work
The Brookings Institution claimed that syringe exchange programs and overdose-reversing drugs will make the addiction crisis worse—ignoring decades of public health data. With record opioid overdose deaths, getting these recommendations right matters.
Insurance Is Supposed to Cover Addiction Treatment, But It's Still a Nightmare
The barriers insurance companies place in the way of treatment are killing people.
The Lingering Effects of Wildfires Will Disproportionately Hurt People of Color
The health impacts of wildfire aftermath can be far-reaching—and they're an often overlooked part of racial health disparities.
Lifting Weights Has a Surprising Effect on Mental Health
In a new paper, researchers took a closer look at the connection between depression, anxiety, and working out.
What's The Opposite of a Narcissist? An Echoist
Being the opposite of a narcissist means that compliments and special attention tend to make you cringe.
How to Get in Shape Without Cutting Out Alcohol
No, you don't have to give up drinking entirely to burn fat.
A Guide to Getting Into Menstrual Cups
The long-lasting, reusable blood funnels have a rabid fan base. Here's everything you need to know about using a tiny chalice for your periods.
Truvada May Be Getting Unfairly Blamed for the Spread of STDs
PrEP is great at blocking HIV, but as its use grows, so do fears that people will be more sexually reckless and spread other STDs. But researchers are coming to think that the opposite could be true.