16 WAPT aired a special, "Men's Health of Mississippi," that focuses on the top health killers among men and urge better ...

High-intensity workouts are a great way to burn calories, but many other exercises are effective too. Here are the best ...

Older adults may benefit from a recently introduced tool that assesses their risk for heart disease, according to a new study led by University of Iowa researchers.  Michelle Fravel For more than a ...

There is "increasing evidence of a potential effect on memory and cognition” for older cannabis users, according to a new Canadian study.

Americans consume too much salt—on average over 3,400 milligrams a day—well above the recommended limit of 2,300 milligrams.

Researchers have developed a method to determine your heart’s functional age, or a measure of how well your heart is really ...

A visit to the emergency room is no fun for anybody. But older people face challenges that can make a tough situation worse. The lights, noise and endless activity can be confusing and even trigger ...

A new ecological study links high marine microplastic levels near US coastlines with significantly greater prevalence of type ...

The evidence is stacking up that the drug is associated with a greater likelihood of heart problems. While most Americans consider marijuana safe, new research published this week found that use of ...

Chaffee County Public Health Recognizes Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month  During Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month in June, the Alzheimer’s ...

Limiting processed foods, as well as foods high in salt, sugar, and unhealthy fats, can help you ward off age-related health ...

Catching the flu or COVID can trigger a heart attack or stroke in vulnerable people. Here’s what we can all do to lower our ...