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.

Curiosity fuels learning, creativity, and connection. So why does it disappear when you need it most? These micro-moves offer a surprisingly practical way to bring it back.

Mardi Gras, also known as Fat Tuesday, marks the climax and end of the weekslong Carnival season and a final chance for ...

Lunar New Year begins February 17—here's what it celebrates, why dates shift, and what the Year of the Fire Horse means.

Reduced stress, improved sleep, and better digestion are among the potential benefits of drinking chamomile tea every night.

The latest nutrition guidelines urge Americans to avoid highly processed food. But when it comes to carbs, many people don't ...

Psychologists say that after the need for food and shelter, humans want to feel valued. But that need usually goes unmet.

Here, Dr. Newberry and Dr. Ashar break them down. It’s important to note that there’s not a whole lot of research on treatments for an upset stomach, Dr. Ashar says. Part of the reason for this is, as ...

Death has a habit of making the internet a game of guessing and the death of Catherine O’Hara served as a reminder that the pursuit of knowledge can often surpass the pursuit of sanity. Ten days after ...