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Amber-Tinted Glasses Might Get You More Sleep

TUESDAY, Dec. 26, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- For the tech-obsessed who use their smartphones, laptops and tablets right before bedtime, a small new study suggests that inexpensive amber-tinted glasses might ...
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Why your doctor may not be able to help you lose weight

Woman in a doctor's office. Overweight people often turn to doctors for help, but doctors often do not know how to help. Africa Source/Shutterstock.comObesity was designated a disease in 2013 ...
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Early Puberty in Girls May Take Mental Health Toll

TUESDAY, Dec. 26, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- A girl who gets her first menstrual period early in life -- possibly as young as 7 -- has a greater risk for ...
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5 Ways to Reduce Saturated Fat

TUESDAY, Dec. 26, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Cutting down on fat is a big part of any weight-loss diet. Fat has twice the calories of protein and carbs -- so ...
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Tips for Holiday Trips With Seniors

MONDAY, Dec. 25, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- If you plan to travel with an elderly relative this holiday season, don't leave things to chance, an expert on geriatric medicine says ...
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Road Salt Good for Winter Driving, Bad for Wells

MONDAY, Dec. 25, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- The salt that makes icy roads safe in winter may not be so good for your drinking water, researchers report. After testing the ...
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Reading Aloud Can Be a Memory Booster

MONDAY, Dec. 25, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- Want to remember certain information? Try reading it out loud. A new study finds that improves your chances of remembering it. Canadian researchers ...
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Why finding new HIV targets takes so long: Some basics about basic research

A vial of blood that has been tested for HIV. Jarun Ontarkal/Shutterstock.comAlthough great strides have been made at combating human immunodeficiency virus, leading to better quality of life and a ...
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Bah, Hum (Stomach) Bug! Essential Holiday Food Safety Tips

MONDAY, Dec. 25, 2017 (HealthDay News) -- A stomach bug can quickly put a damper on your Christmas Day festivities. If you're teaching children how to prepare favorite family recipes, ...
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