WELLNESS

How Anger Spreads

Anger is contagious — in mice and in men. Our brains respond to the excited signals of others, mirroring their agitation. >

Fighting a Health Insurance Denial? Here Are 7 Tips To Help

Denying a claim is essentially standard operating procedure. Health insurance companies will make you jump through hoops. Here's what to do. >

A Hedge Against Loneliness

Social media contacts are fine, but if you're feeling lonely, the best way to combat it is to attend a live event -- ideally with others. >

Meds Often Prescribed Too Early for Kids with ADHD

Behavior management therapy often takes a backseat to medication in young children with attention and hyperactivity issues. A mistake. >

Give Meat a Chance

Red meat is known for its risks -- to your heart in particular. But it seems to offer some rewards, too. >

How to Reduce Alcohol's Damaging Effects on the Liver

If you find it hard to give up alcohol, you can help your liver process it better by eating well and exercising regularly. Cut back, too. >

Harnessing the Power of Artificial Intelligence to Read Mammograms More Accurately

AI algorithms help radiologists achieve better outcomes with fewer false positives. They were especially good at catching invasive cancers. >

A Surprisingly Good Egg

Eggs are better for us than most of us have been led to believe. It's not eggs raising your cholesterol, it's saturated fat in other foods. >

How Walkable is Your Town?

People who live in towns and cities that encourage walking are healthier -- mentally and physically -- than those in less walkable places. >

Dollar Stores' Effects on Diet Aren't As Bad As Many Suspect

It's true the stores carry processed snacks and don't carry fresh fruits and veggies, but most shoppers buy these healthy foods elsewhere. >

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