WELLNESS

Loneliness has been described as epidemic and is a big contributor to depression. Small things -- cards, weekly groups -- make a difference. >

Even when their nutrition labels resemble those of whole foods, factory-processed foods carry a greater risk of health issues. >

For women in menopause, it can suddenly seem like simply breathing can add pounds. There are diets that keep the pounds from piling on. >

More parents are wondering if leucovorin could improve communication skills in kids with ASD. But it appears to only help some children. >

Menopause weakens bones. A woman's bone mineral density scores are good predictors of her risk of dying. Higher BMD, lower risk. >

Regrets about something we have done -- and things we wish we had done -- change as we age. How we feel about our regrets changes, too. >

Enrollment in the Affordable Care Act continues to erode as some customers struggle to make premium payments, with the declining numbers churning market uncertainty for insurers. >

Telehealth visits became popular during the pandemic, and fears about their cost and the potential for abuse grew along with them. >

Anxiety can be seen as an early warning system that evolved to protect us from danger. That view is good for anxious patients in treatment. >

The nutrients in eggs feed the brain. People who ate eggs often, including those in foods, had a much lower risk of developing dementia. >