Some research shows that Omicron is generally less severe than Delta on an individual level, but that doesn't mean we should let our guards down.

Elected officials and health experts are urging everyone who is eligible for a booster shot to get one, but is a booster shot the same as the original vaccine?

It's important to get vaccinated and boosted against COVID-19, but since no vaccine is 100% effective, that doesn't mean you should stop all other precautions.

Cereal, a relatively new staple to the American diet, is not just for breakfast anymore. But what happens when you eat it before going to bed at night?

Do you or someone you know have a thumb that's hyperflexible? So hypermobile it can bend back beyond a normal range of motion? You may have hitchhiker's thumb.

The Omicron variant has replaced Delta, comprising the majority of COVID-19 cases in the United States. Here's what you need to know.

If you're fully vaccinated against COVID-19, you are likely protected from severe illness or hospitalization due to the Omicron variant.

Protein is a vital macronutrient for your body aiding in numerous functions. We'll explain what could happen to your weight if you don't get enough.

Coughing up mucus can give anyone a bit of worry since it is linked to several different conditions. Here's what it means and why we produce it.

Many people base their ideas about sex on what movies show. But has Hollywood been honest about this? We talked to experts to find out; here's what they said.

Is it safe to combine easily-accessible, over-the-counter (OTC) medicines that any of us can pick up at the gas station or grocery store?

Goat yoga is one of the many yoga trends that appears to be taking off. Here's what you need to know before your first class.

So, how does the COVID-19 vaccine stack up against that inoculation we know so well? Are the side effects similar, or are there other things to watch for?

You might be feeling hesitant to get the COVID-19 vaccine if you have had allergic reactions before. Here's what to know.

Experts have developed a unique blood test that has the ability to detect the presence of various cancers within the body where exactly they are located.

Based on a recent announcement made by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), we might be able to dial back on the constant sanitizing.

Did you know there's a right and wrong way to disinfect things? Here's how to navigate the do's and don'ts.

According to food and COVID-19 safety guidelines from the CDC, you should not use disinfecting products on food or food packaging.

Resisting junk food can be tough. If you want to indulge in junk food without ruining your diet, science says this might be the best time of day.

You might be wondering why some teens can get one of the COVID-19 vaccines, but can't get the others. Here's the deal.

So why do you only need one dose of the J&J vaccine to be protected against severe cases of COVID-19?

It's important to know how to care for your loved ones. Or how they can help care for you.

When your back is in pain, it's hard not to think about anything else but that satisfying popping sound followed by the sweet relief of better mobility.

While the official cause of death is still yet to be determined, early testing has revealed two different drugs that were not a part of Matthew Perry's death.

Are you considering becoming a stool donor? Read this to learn about all the important things you need to know before you proceed with this endeavor.

You might think that it's okay to take medications with just about any liquid of your choice. But as it turns out, there's one beverage you should avoid.

You might be considering avoiding bread entirely to help your weight loss goals. But as it turns out, doing so may have other effects on your body as well.