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By Sep 4, 2019
Health

Cancer has now surpassed heart disease as the number one killer in some populations

The trend illustrates a growing disparity in the ways people in richer and poorer countries die.
By Jul 22, 2019
Health

Baseball players outlive most of us, but some positions are better than others

Want to live longer? Be an MLB player.
By Jun 13, 2019
Health

Cutting back on beef can lengthen your lifespan, but by how much?

Swapping red meat for pretty much anything else will help your health.
By May 8, 2019
Health

The U.S. could prevent more than half of its pregnancy-related deaths

A new report shows how much America continues to struggle to keep mothers healthy.
By Apr 18, 2019
Health

Neuroscientists just brought pig brain cells back to life, changing our view of death

The new technology might also help researchers better treat brain injuries.
By Apr 9, 2019
Health

You probably need more vitamins, but pills won’t cut it

A new study confirms that you need to get nutrition from real food, not supplements.
By Mar 9, 2019
Health

Late-blooming exercisers may get the same benefits as lifelong gym rats

It’s never too late to get active.
By Dec 20, 2018
Health

We’re creeping back up to mid ‘90s-level gun death rates

Nearly 40,000 people died in 2017 from firearms.
By Nov 14, 2018
Health

Here’s how much exercise you should get—and why it’s okay if you fall short

New guidelines for Americans emphasize physical activity at any level.
By Jul 3, 2018
Health

Another giant study confirms that your coffee habit is probably good for you

Enjoy your morning cup of joe with a dash of smugness.