
Author: Helen Ouyang
Your Next Hospital Bed Might Be at Home
In a time of strained capacity, the “hospital at home” movement is figuring out how to create an inpatient level of care anywhere.

Author: Dani Blum
Are Saunas Good for You? What to Know About Health Benefits
Sweating in small hot rooms has been a wellness staple for centuries. But don’t believe everything you hear.

Author: Dan Harris
The Benefits of Being Selfish
We’re all a little self-serving. Here’s how to make that impulse work for you.

Author: Amanda Loudin
Yoga for Seniors: How to Get Started
While not a cure-all, yoga offers countless health benefits to seniors.

Paramedics say people are getting ill because their homes are so cold
Ambulance crews say they are treating more people who are sick because they cannot afford to heat their home.

Author: Trisha Pasricha
How to Prep for Your First Colonoscopy, According to Experts
Millions of people get colonoscopies each year to screen for colorectal cancer. Experts share strategies that can make the experience as smooth as possible.

'I've been given a do not resuscitate order but I want to live'
Marie McLean is scared to go to sleep after discovering her records tell medics not to attempt CPR.

Author: Alisha Haridasani Gupta
What to Know About PFAS in Thinx and Other Period Underwear
Thinx just settled a lawsuit alleging its products contain harmful chemical compounds, raising further questions about the safety of period products overall.

Author: Catherine Pearson
New Guidelines Underscore Complexity of Childhood Obesity
The A.A.P. is recommending early and intensive interventions. Can that happen without furthering stigma?

Author: Christina Caron
Should You Quit Your Job?
Jacinda Ardern stepped away from her role because she no longer has “enough in the tank” to do it. If you relate, here’s what to consider.

Author: Jancee Dunn
3 Steps to Age Exuberantly
An 86-year-old author has a few rules to live by even when the trials of getting older make it easy to complain.

Author: Sophie Egan
10 Nutrition Myths Experts Wish Would Die
We surveyed some of the country’s leading authorities to reveal the truth about fat, dairy, soy and more.

Why are NHS staff striking and what should patients do?
Some NHS nurses, ambulance staff and physiotherapists are striking in a dispute over pay.

Author: Emma Yasinski
How to Become a Morning Exercise Person
Yes, it can be done.

Author: Jancee Dunn
¿Cómo mantener la felicidad todo el año?
Al emprender este reto nos comprometimos a priorizar las relaciones y considerarlas como un componente vital de la salud general. Varios expertos que nos dieron consejos prácticos para este 2023.

Author: Apoorva Mandavilli
No Increased Stroke Risk Linked to Pfizer’s Covid Boosters, Federal Officials Say
An uptick hinted at in surveillance data was a mirage, the officials said.

Author: Dana G. Smith
Even a Little Alcohol Can Harm Your Health, Research Shows
Recent research makes it clear that any amount of drinking can be detrimental. Here’s why you may want to cut down on your consumption beyond Dry January.

Author: Jancee Dunn
Escribe un elogio en vida
Las personas felices expresan su gratitud a los demás.

Author: Dani Blum
How Bad Is It to Share Lip Products?
In Prince Harry’s new memoir, he describes a moment when Meghan Markle borrowed some lip gloss from Kate. Experts weigh in on whether that’s hygienic.

Author: Dani Blum
Are Protein Bars Good for You? What to Know About Nutrition.
Many of these ubiquitous snacks market themselves as health-savvy options. But how healthy are they?

Author: Catherine Pearson
Los beneficios de las conversaciones casuales
Los intercambios regulares con tus “vínculos débiles” te ayudan a tener una vida más feliz.

Author: Knvul Sheikh
Paxlovid para covid: ¿quién debería tomarlo?
Los expertos dicen que tomar este antiviral ayuda a evitar algunos síntomas persistentes de covid y la hospitalización. Pero los malentendidos impiden que más personas tomen el fármaco.

Author: Rachel Fairbank
You Can Do This 10-Minute Workout at Home With No Equipment
Build strength and mobility anywhere, anytime.

Author: Dana G. Smith
Prince Harry Said Psychedelics Helped His Grief. Here’s What to Know.
In his new memoir, Prince Harry talks about taking psychedelics to deal with the ongoing pain over the death of his mother. Here’s what we know and don’t know about their effectiveness.

What is known about new Covid variant XBB.1.5?
The latest Omicron variant is making scientists take notice in the US - so what do you need to know?

Author: Karen Paul
A Web Between Her Body and Mine
For decades we connected nearly every day. One terrible moment changed all that.

Author: Dana G. Smith
Concentration Tips: How to Focus Like It’s 1990
Smartphones, pings and Insta-everything have shortened our attention spans. Get some old-school concentration back with these tips.

Author: Jancee Dunn
Day 6: Don’t cancel those plans
If you think you’ll be happier staying home, you’re wrong.

Author: The New York Times Books Staff
What Are Your Reading Goals for 2023?
Maybe there’s an author you’ve always wanted to read. Or maybe this is the year you actually finish “The Power Broker.” Tell us about it.

Author: Dani Blum
The Mediterranean Diet Really Is That Good for You. Here’s Why.
It has become the bedrock of virtuous eating. Experts answer common questions about how it leads to better health.

Author: Pam Belluck
F.D.A. Approves New Treatment for Early Alzheimer’s
The drug, Leqembi, may modestly slow cognitive decline in early stages of the disease but carries some safety risks. Still, data suggests it is more promising than the small number of other available treatments.

Junior doctor strike warning for March
Members of a union for doctors are to be balloted over a 72-hour walkout in March in England.

Author: Jancee Dunn
Day 5: The Importance of Work Friends
People who are close to their colleagues are happier and more productive.

Author: Miya Lee and Daniel Jones
Tell Us About Your Strangest Terms of Endearment
Do you have a surprising pet name for your loved ones? When you were young, were you called something bizarre? Tell us about it.

Author: Pam Belluck
CVS and Walgreens Plan to Offer Abortion Pills
The two chains said they would begin the certification process under a new F.D.A. regulation that will allow retail pharmacies to dispense the pills for the first time.

Author: Cindy Kuzma
What is a Dynamic Warm-Up and What Exercises Should it Include?
Instead of stretching, pick a few key moves to properly prepare your body for your workout.

Author: Jancee Dunn
Day 4: Why you should write a ‘living eulogy’
Happy people express their gratitude for others.

Sign Up for Well’s 7-Day Happiness Challenge
Set yourself up for a more fulfilled, connected 2023.

Author: Kwame Anthony Appiah
I’m a Cancer Survivor. Should I Tell My Matchmaking Service?
The magazine’s Ethicist columnist on disclosing personal information when dating.

Author: Jancee Dunn
Day 3: Small Talk Has Big Benefits
Regular exchanges with your “weak ties” will bring you more happiness.

Covid and flu putting massive pressure on NHS - health secretary
The health secretary blames the pandemic and flu for NHS pressures, but insists government has right plan.

Tiny Love Stories: ‘A Wife Who Left’
Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

Author: Hope Reese
The Science of Awe
Experts say wonder is an essential human emotion — and a salve for a turbulent mind.
Do your vitamin and mineral supplements actually do anything? Here's what experts say.
Do your vitamin and mineral supplements actually do anything? Here's what experts say.

Author: Ashley Abramson
What Is the Right Balance of Strength Training to Cardio?
We spoke to exercise experts to find the ideal regimen.

Author: Jancee Dunn
Day 2: The Secret Power of the 8-Minute Phone Call
Even a brief chat has measurable effects on our well-being.

Author: Erik Vance
12 Workouts to Try in 2023
This year, resolve to create a stable fitness routine out of whatever you enjoy most.

Author: Catherine Pearson
6 Ways to Strengthen Your Relationships in 2023
These gems can help you reinforce bonds with friends, family and romantic partners.

Author: Cindy Kuzma
How to Prevent Shoulder Injury
Shoulder pain can make your days more challenging and keep you up at night. Ward it off with a few smart exercise habits.

Author: Dani Blum
9 Nutrition Tips for the New Year
This simple and surprising advice will help you have a healthy 2023.

Sign Up for Well’s 7-Day Happiness Challenge
Set yourself up for a more fulfilled, connected 2023.

Author: Melinda Wenner Moyer
How to Help Someone When They’re Sad
A limited yet growing body of research suggests that one of the most powerful ways to support someone is also the simplest: Start a conversation.

Author: Jancee Dunn
Need to Defuse Family Squabbles? Learn From an FBI Crisis Negotiator.
He uses seven skills for active listening in high-pressure situations, and they can help you communicate better, too.

Ambulance workers in England to strike again in January
The action is a direct result of the government's refusal to negotiate over pay, union leaders say.

Author: Amanda Loudin
Snowshoeing: Winter Workout That Can Take You Somewhere Stunning
Snowshoeing is a strenuous, affordable antidote to cabin fever.

Author: Emily Baumgaertner
As Covid Deaths Climb, Even Seniors Skip the Latest Booster
Nearly all Americans over 65 got their initial Covid vaccines. But that immunity is waning, and this time, the government is offering far less support for new shots.

Author: Knvul Sheikh
Can You Get Covid and the Flu at The Same Time?
It’s possible to get sick with multiple infections at once, but the likelihood is fairly low.

Ambulance strike: Health bosses warn of patient safety risk
People are being asked to use services "wisely" and only call 999 in a life-threatening emergency.

Strike: What will ambulances respond to on Wednesday?
What you need to know about emergency care during the ambulance strike.

Watch: On the picket line with nurses across the UK
Nurses in Northern Ireland, Wales and England stage industrial action, calling for fair pay.

Rishi Sunak refusing to budge on pay as strike action escalates
The prime minister is under pressure to reopen nurses' pay talks, as ambulance workers prepare for walk outs.

Author: Melinda Wenner Moyer
What Are ‘Meat Sweats’?
Some say that consuming a meat-heavy meal can cause people to excessively perspire. But is this idea based on fact or fiction?

Author: Catherine Pearson
How to Manage Holiday Loneliness
Whether you’re physically apart from your loved ones or feeling isolated in a sea of friends and family, these strategies can help.

Author: Tariro Mzezewa
The ‘Tripledemic’ Holiday: How to Fly More Safely (Hint: Wear a Mask)
Case counts of Covid, the flu and R.S.V. are ticking up. Here’s what you need to know if you’re planning on flying during the holiday season.

Author: Roni Caryn Rabin
Homicides of Children Soared in the Pandemic’s First Year, CDC Reports
Killings of children and teenagers under 18 increased sharply in 2020, federal researchers reported. Black communities were disproportionately affected.

Author: Catherine Pearson and Knvul Sheikh
What Medicines to Stock for the ‘Tripledemic’ Cold and Flu Season
Doctors weigh in on the essentials families need and what parents can do if they’re unable to find children’s pain reliever.

Author: Jan Hoffman
Opposition to School Vaccine Mandates Has Grown Significantly, Study Finds
A third of parents now feel they should be the ones to decide whether to get their children immunized against measles, mumps and other childhood diseases.

Author: Elisabeth Egan
How a Dreaded Holiday Tradition Turned Into the Best One
Grief and loss may make this time of year difficult, but that pain can lessen with time.

Author: Jancee Dunn
Why You Should Record a Family Member’s Voice This Holiday Season
You can create an audio time capsule with anyone you love.

Nurses' strike: What is the dispute about and how will it affect patients?
Nurses belonging to the Royal College of Nursing union have voted to strike.

Author: Dani Blum
What is an Aortic Aneurysm? Here are Symptoms, Risks and Treatments
They are more common than people may think. We talked to experts about the risks, symptoms and treatments

Author: Dani Blum
Can Anything Help a Hangover?
Products claiming to ward off that morning-after agony are flooding the market. Do they deliver?

Author: Dana G. Smith
Amid a ‘Tripledemic,’ It’s Time to Mask Up Again, Experts Say
A high-quality, well-fitting mask is your best protection against infection from the coronavirus, influenza and R.S.V.

Author: Dani Blum
Paxlovid Rebound: What to Watch For and Should You be Worried
Some people who had taken the antiviral medication experienced a recurrence of Covid symptoms after their infection appeared to have cleared up.

Author: Dani Blum
Do Boosters and Prior Covid Infections Protect Against BQ.1 and BQ.1.1?
With newer Omicron subvariants becoming dominant in the U.S., experts offered advice on reinfection risks.

Author: Dani Blum
What Are the Symptoms of the BQ.1 and BQ.1.1 Variants?
The new subvariants do not have radically different symptoms from previous versions of Omicron in vaccinated people.

Author: Dana G. Smith
What is ‘Task Paralysis’? And How to Overcome it.
Your brain can see your to-do list as a threat. Here’s how to get things done anyway.

Cancer mRNA vaccine completes pivotal trial
The under-development cancer jab uses the messenger-RNA technology first used in Covid-19 vaccines.

Author: Rachel Rabkin Peachman
Why Do Men Grow Nose and Ear Hair?
Dangling nose hairs, spiky ear hairs — what gives?

Cwmbran: Man with broken hip taken to hospital tied to plank
Melvyn Ryan's granddaughter, Nicole Lea, says she was told no ambulances were available.

Brain Implants Have Begun to Restore Functions, but Advances Are Slow
But achieving full-body restoration of movement, as Elon Musk envisions with such devices, is considered far into the future, if at all.

Author: Erik Vance
The Health Benefits of Bird-Watching
Spending time outdoors with a pair of binoculars is good for your body and soul. The upcoming Audubon Christmas Bird Count is the perfect excuse to start.

Author: Kelly Coyne
Number of Married Couples Who Are ‘Living Apart Together’ Is on the Rise
After a pandemic dip, the number of married couples “living apart together” has started to rise again. And women, in search of their own space, are driving the increase.

Author: Jancee Dunn
How to Fend Off Holiday Stress, from People Who Should Know
A UPS driver, a baker and Santa’s helper share advice for staying present through the season.

Author: Hilary Achauer
Can You Pass the Flexibility Test?
Having a good range of motion is essential for athletics as well as everyday life.

Author: Dana G. Smith
How to Get More Men to Try Therapy
Mental health experts say that many American men are in crisis. One solution is to convince them that asking for help is a strength, not a weakness.

Hove secondary school pupil dies with suspected strep A
Sixteen children are believed to have died with invasive strep A infections since September.

Author: John Leland
She Preached Death Without Fear. Could She Practice It?
Shatzi Weisberger spent years urging others to approach the process of dying with joy and wonder. Then she got cancer.

Author: Nicole Stock
What is Stiff-Person Syndrome? Celine Dion’s Diagnosis, Explained
Celine Dion canceled her upcoming tour after being diagnosed with this rare neurological condition. Here’s what we know.

Author: Dani Blum
2-Minute Exercise Bursts Can Have Big Health Benefits
A new study confirms that you don’t have to do a hard workout to reap the longevity rewards of exercise.

Author: Azeen Ghorayshi
Scientists Have Designed a ‘Vagina on a Chip’
A silicone chip lined with tissue from human donors could help scientists test drug treatments for bacterial infections in the vagina.

Author: Apoorva Mandavilli
A Plea From Experts to Pregnant Women: Get Vaccinated Against Covid
Many expectant women have avoided the shots, unaware that the virus poses significant risks to the fetus — and to them.

A Bond Thicker Than Blood
When he yearned for his father, his godfather would appear. Plus: How a woman’s life changed when she gave her subway card to a stranger.

Author: Roni Caryn Rabin
Lasik Patients Should Be Warned of Complications, F.D.A. Draft Says
Draft recommendations by the agency describe dry eyes, visual disturbances and other side effects of the procedure. Surgeons say the benefits are being ignored.

Matt Hancock to stand down at next election
The former health secretary was suspended as a Conservative MP after taking part in I'm A Celebrity.

More diagnostic hubs to tackle NHS waiting lists in England
A taskforce has also been set up to unlock spare beds and theatres in the private sector.

Ambulance staff to strike on 21 December
Paramedics and support staff in nearly all the services in England and Wales to take part.