Whether you’re hauling groceries or swimming faster laps, the amount of vigorous exercise you get matters and can slash your risk of developing eight diseases.
People who spent more time in mentally passive activities while sitting had a significantly higher risk of developing dementia later, according to a new study.
While food safety experts renew warnings not to consume raw milk or cheeses made from it, consumers continue to seek these products. A doctor breaks down the issue.
Researchers find that muscular strength, as measured with two simple tests and independent of aerobic exercise, is a key predictor of a woman’s risk of death.
If you didn’t prepare for Daylight Saving Time, your sleep schedule may be off. CNN wellness expert Dr. Leana Wen offers advice on how to cope with the time change.
The FDA approved a vaccine for mumps nearly 60 years ago, so why are some areas of the United States experiencing outbreaks now, and who should be concerned?
Catherine O’Hara’s death from a pulmonary embolism has drawn attention to this serious condition in which a blood clot lodges in the lungs. Dr. Leana Wen explains.
Can’t commit to 150 minutes of exercise weekly? Five minutes of exercise daily, especially if you’re not active, can benefit your health, a new study found.
As extreme cold weather grips large sections of the United States, people still need to work and live their lives. CNN wellness expert Dr. Leana Wen has guidance.
A new study raises questions about how financial stress fits into cardiovascular health. Dr. Leana Wen explains what people can do to protect their hearts.
