Health

Is the Faith in Aspirin to Prevent Cardiac Events Warranted?

There’s a disconnect between the millions of people who take aspirin to ward off cardiovascular events and what the evidence ...

Can You Really Lose Weight With Two Workouts a Week?

Understand how hard, long, and often you need to work out to actually make exercise work for weight loss.

Top 10 Protein Foods

No doubt about it, protein is good for you — and can even help you shed those unwanted pounds. But ...

Thunderstorm Asthma Could Strike More Often With Climate Change

Thunderstorm asthma can strike with little warning, leaving people with the symptoms of an asthma attack during or after the ...

Medications for Nasal Polyps

Learn about the many medications available to treat nasal polyps.

Staying With Your Depression Treatment Plan

People go off their antidepressants for many reasons, but quitting too early could cause your symptoms to come back.

What Causes Nasal Polyps?

Doctors don’t fully understand the causes of nasal polyps, growths in your nose and sinuses. Learn more about what increases ...

Nasal Polyp Surgery: What to Expect

When medicine isn’t enough to improve your nasal polyps, you may need surgery. Learn more about what to expect from ...

Therapeutic Ways to Alter Negative Thoughts

We all have negative thoughts. We all think in ways that aren’t healthy. Learning to recognize that, and to find ...

Xolair a New Weapon Against Food Allergies, but Questions Remain

An old drug offers new tricks for people with multiple food allergies, but costs and access issues could limit its ...

Good and Mad: The Healthy Way to Be Angry

Anger is a valid and healthy emotion. But how you respond to it and express it, can be harmful. Learn ...

As Fires Rage, Survivors Struggle to Find Care

More and more people are victims of fires. Are they getting the long-term care they need?

Diagnosing Pompe Disease

Getting a diagnosis of Pompe disease can be tricky. Learn more about how Pompe disease is diagnosed.

Our Lives With Pompe Disease

The father of a child with Pompe disease shares his family’s experience. Find out what it’s like to live with ...

The Genetic Roots of Pompe Disease

People with Pompe disease inherit mutated copies of a particular gene from both parents. Learn more about the genetics of ...

Treatment for Pompe Disease

To get the best care for Pompe disease, you need treatment from a team of health care professionals. Here’s what ...

The Science Behind the Increased Risk for Black People

A look at possible reasons why multiple myeloma affects Black people more than white people, including genes, health care disparities, ...

The Need for Better Minority Enrollment in Multiple Myeloma Clinical Trials

African Americans are more likely to develop multiple myeloma but are underrepresented in clinical trials. Here’s why and what can ...

How Is Multiple Myeloma Different for Black and Hispanic Populations?

The blood cancer multiple myeloma affects Black and Hispanic people more often than other groups. A closer look at the ...

Mindful Eating Aims to Change Your Relationship With Food

You may be familiar with the basic steps: Slow down, notice what you’re eating, and enjoy your food. But mindful ...

Stress May Lead to Metabolic Syndrome. Here’s How to Overcome It

Stress management can help reduce the risk of metabolic syndrome, as well as harmful disease outcomes if you already have ...

Tips for Better Sleep from People Who’ve Struggled With Insomnia

What helps when you can’t sleep? WebMD’s survey offers some tips for how to sleep better with insomnia.

How Age, Gender, Weight, and More Can Affect Sleep

Your age, gender, weight and more may influence the quality of your sleep. Learn more about the impact of social ...

What’s Keeping America Up at Night?

What are the most common causes of sleep problems? A WebMD study looks at how well Americans sleep and what’s ...

How to Get Any Kid to Exercise

It’s tough to motivate kids who just don’t like exercise. But parents have more power than they realize.

More Than Medicine: The Secrets to Success

Your lifestyle has a huge impact on your blood sugar. Learn how making a few changes to your daily routine ...

Forever Chemicals Are Everywhere, But You Can Lower Your Risk

You can’t avoid the toxic chemicals that are infused into everyday living. But you can lessen some exposure.

Are There Exercises That Benefit Women More Than Men?

Weight training should be an essential part of anyone’s exercise regimen. But it’s especially important for women to incorporate weight ...

9 Ways to Wean a Child Off Thumb Sucking

Got a preschooler who won’t stop thumb sucking or finger sucking? Find out what to do about it.

Age-Appropriate Chores for Children: Chore Ideas and Allowances

WebMD asked experts and parents for tips on assigning household chores for children of all ages. Here are strategies you ...