
Author: Roni Caryn Rabin
Maternity’s Most Dangerous Time: After New Mothers Come Home
Recent research shows that most pregnancy-related deaths occur in the year after a baby is born. The discovery is changing how doctors care for new mothers.

Author: Roni Caryn Rabin
Complications After Delivery: What Women Need to Know
New mothers are at risk for up to a year, research has shown. But the first six weeks are the most perilous.

Author: Dani Blum
How Day Drinking Affects Your Body and Mood
A buzz in the sun can hit harder than dinnertime drinks. Experts shed light on the science.

Author: Connie Chang
4 Ways to Trick Your Brain Into a Better Workout
Sometimes getting on the bike or hitting the pavement is more a mental game than a physical one.

Author: Conrad Gregory
‘That’s Why I Picked a Younger Man’
My mother’s second husband wasn’t supposed to die before she did. And neither was I.

Author: Danielle Friedman
Hiking Guide for Beginners: How to Pack, Choose Trails and Stay Safe
Exploring the great outdoors offers a host of mental and physical benefits. But there a few things you need to know first.

Author: Catherine Pearson
Is Your Child’s Relationship to Social Media Unhealthy? Here’s How to Tell.
The surgeon general has warned that it can pose a “profound risk” to the mental health of adolescents. We asked experts what problematic use could look like.

Vaping: High lead and nickel found in illegal vapes
Lab analysis finds vapes confiscated from teenagers at a school pose a potential risk to health.

Author: Trisha Pasricha
Can You Cure Constipation Without Laxatives?
Many people want to avoid taking medications. Experts weigh in on what else works.

BBC's Naga Munchetty reveals womb condition adenomyosis
The presenter shares her diagnosis of debilitating womb disorder adenomyosis with BBC Radio 5 Live listeners.

Author: Penelope Green
Robin Guenther, Architect of Healthy Hospitals, Dies at 68
An advocate for the use of nontoxic construction materials, she co-wrote the first guide to building green health care facilities and designed them to be less austere.

Author: Dani Blum
Are Greens Powders Good for You? What Experts Say About ‘Superfood Powders’
These once-daily supplements claim to boost energy, nourish your gut, support your immune system and more. But health experts aren’t convinced.

Author: Jancee Dunn
What Rainn Wilson Learned Searching for Joy Around the World
In a new travel series, the actor explores the world’s happiest (and unhappiest) countries to try and unlock the secrets of well-being.

Author: Carina del Valle Schorske
I Had to Quit Therapy to Finally Be Ready for It
Giving up on psychoanalysis made it possible to imagine going back.

Author: Ismail Muhammad
Black Men Don’t Do Therapy. Or So I Thought.
What used to seem like an admission of defeat became a source of strength.

Author: Sally Wadyka
How Eating Ultraprocessed Foods Can Affect Your Mental Health
Eating packaged foods like cereal and frozen meals has been associated with anxiety, depression and cognitive decline. Scientists are still piecing together why.

Vaping: Tighter rules calls after doubling in children using vapes
A father from north Wales has set up a petition with 100,000 signatures calling for action.

Author: Daniel Bergner
Want to Fix Your Mind? Let Your Body Talk.
Somatic therapy is surging, with the promise that true healing may reside in focusing on the physical rather than the mental.

Author: Dani Blum
New Cases of Chronic Pain Outnumber Those of Diabetes or Depression, Study Shows
Research from the N.I.H. illustrates how persistent and pervasive the condition is across the United States.

Author: Amanda Loudin
How to Treat and Prevent Tennis Elbow
The painful condition isn’t just caused by racket swings, and can sideline you from activity. But a few simple tips can get you back into the game.

Author: Jancee Dunn
Sign Up for Well’s June Walking Series
We’ll share tips and inspiration to help you get moving this June.

Tiny Love Stories: ‘Deeply in Love With a Polyamorous Woman’
Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

Tiny Love Stories: ‘The Night Before She Moves Away’
Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

Author: Alex Williams
Amy Silverstein, Who Chronicled a Life of Three Hearts, Dies at 59
The author of two memoirs, she recounted the joys and miseries of living as a double transplant recipient.

Two poultry workers test positive for bird flu
The cases in England were found during screening and there is no sign of human-to-human transmission.

Author: Susan Dominus
Does Therapy Really Work? Let’s Unpack That.
Research shows that counseling delivers great benefits to many people. But it’s hard to say exactly what that means for you.

Author: Lisa Sanders, M.D.
Why Was This Patient Turning So Yellow?
Doctors quickly found the cause of the patient’s excruciating abdominal pain. They had to dig deeper to find what was giving him a peculiar tint.

Author: Orna Guralnik
I’m a Couples Therapist. Something New Is Happening in Relationships.
For more and more of Orna Guralnik’s patients, the ideas behind Black Lives Matter and #MeToo are leading to breakthroughs at home.

Author: Hannah Seo
Are There Any Benefits to Tongue Scraping?
The unique texture of the tongue’s surface makes it a haven for bacteria. Here’s whether (and how) you should manage it.

Author: Hannah Seo
The Best and Worst Habits for Eyesight
Are carrots good? Is blue light bad? Experts weigh in on nine common beliefs.

Pat Cullen: Nursing union calls for double-digit pay rise to restart talks
The union boss urges ministers to reopen pay talks in England after members rejected a lower offer.

Hepatitis C home test kits available to most-at-risk in England
The blood-borne virus can lead to liver disease and cancer, but symptoms often go unnoticed.

Author: Alisha Haridasani Gupta
What to Know About the New Treatment for Hot Flashes
Veozah, a nonhormonal drug, is effective against a signature symptom of menopause.

Author: Christina Jewett
FDA Approves New Drug to Treat Hot Flashes
It is the first nonhormonal treatment for the menopause symptom.

The Christie: World-renowned NHS centre downgraded by watchdog
A former nurse at The Christie alleges trust bosses intimidated staff to stop them voicing concerns.

Author: Christina Caron
Loneliness is a Health Crisis, Surgeon General Says. Here’s How to Combat It.
America’s top physician, Dr. Vivek Murthy, offers advice on how to build meaningful social connections in an increasingly lonely world.

Author: Alisha Haridasani Gupta
What an Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Could Mean for You
F.D.A. advisers voted that the benefits of a nonprescription pill outweigh the risks. If the agency decides to move on the recommendation, the progestin-only contraceptive could be in stores within a few months.

Author: Pam Belluck
F.D.A. Advisers Say Benefits of Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Outweigh Risks
The agency is expected to decide this summer whether to allow the first nonprescription sales of an oral contraceptive in the United States.

Author: Pam Belluck
F.D.A. Advisers Say Benefits of Over-the-Counter Birth Control Pill Outweigh Risks
The agency is expected to decide this summer whether to allow the first nonprescription sales of an oral contraceptive in the United States.

Author: Benjamin Mueller
Pancreatic Cancer Vaccine Shows Promise in Small Trial
Using mRNA tailored to each patient’s tumor, the vaccine may have staved off the return of one of the deadliest forms of cancer in half of those who received it.

Author: Philip Galanes
My Boyfriend Wants a Prenup. Can I Say No?
Put off by her fiancé’s request for a prenuptial agreement after years of paying her own way, a reader is finding that resentment is crowding out her excitement.

Author: Danielle Friedman
Fitness Influencers Often Do More Harm Than Good, Research Suggests
Research suggests that many fitness-themed Instagram accounts risk doing more harm than good. Here’s how to find #fitspiration you can trust.

Tiny Love Stories: ‘I Missed My Children, but I Needed My Mom’
Modern Love in miniature, featuring reader-submitted stories of no more than 100 words.

Author: Rebecca Robbins
U.S. Loses Key Case on Rights to H.I.V.-Prevention Drugs
In an unusual court trial, a federal jury sided with the drug maker Gilead Sciences in a dispute over who came up with the idea of using a daily pill to prevent H.I.V.

Author: Melinda Wenner Moyer
What Are Skin Tags and How Do You Get Rid of Them?
And what are they, anyway?

Author: Alisha Haridasani Gupta
Menopause Costs U.S. Women $1.8 Billion In Lost Working Time, Study Shows
Some are taking sick days. Others are cutting back their hours. Still others end up quitting altogether.

Author: Catherine Pearson
How to Help a Teen Who Can’t Sleep
Nearly a quarter of adolescents grapple with insomnia. Experts say small habit changes can make a big difference.

Author: Christina Caron
How Seasonal Allergies Can Affect Mental Health
Studies suggest that allergens could play a role in mood disorders like depression and anxiety. Here’s what to know and how to get help if you need it.

Author: Dani Blum and Dana G. Smith
How to Respond to a Stranger in Mental Distress
Experts explain what to do if you feel threatened and how to offer help if the situation calls for it.

Author: Dana G. Smith
What’s Going On With Covid Right Now?
Cases, hospitalizations and deaths are lower than they’ve been in years. We asked experts how to think about personal risk — and what the future likely holds.

Covid global health emergency is over, WHO says
Covid-19 global health emergency is over, more than three years after being declared - WHO says

Author: Trisha Pasricha
What Happens When You Eat Spicy Food? How It Affects The Body
Sweating, stomach pain, headaches — experts explain what happens physiologically, and what that may mean for your health.

Author: Jancee Dunn
How to Spot Health Scams and False Wellness Claims
An expert shares tips for assessing health information.

Author: Sally Wadyka
How Eating Ultraprocessed Foods Can Affect Your Mental Health
Eating packaged foods like cereal and frozen meals has been associated with anxiety, depression and cognitive decline. Scientists are still piecing together why.

Author: Mireille Silcoff
How Gwyneth Paltrow Put Concussions On Trial
The case against her was weak enough. Did her defense have to mock the very idea of invisible injuries?

Author: Christina Jewett
RSV Vaccine Approved for Older Adults
The shots would be the first vaccines available against a respiratory virus that kills thousands and leads to many more hospitalizations each year.

Author: Alisha Haridasani Gupta and Catherine Pearson
PUMP Act: What to Know About the New Breast Pumping Law
Enhanced regulations aim to protect a greater number of working parents.

Author: Apoorva Mandavilli
One Dose of HPV Vaccine Prevents Infection for at Least Three Years
Protection may last even longer, scientists reported. The finding may be a boon to low-income countries, where cervical cancer takes an enormous toll.

NHS strikes: What pay rise will staff get?
A pay deal affecting a million NHS workers has been reached, but three unions may still strike.

Author: Christina Caron
Loneliness is a Health Crisis, Surgeon General Says. Here’s How to Combat It.
America’s top physician, Dr. Vivek Murthy, offers advice on how to build meaningful social connections in an increasingly lonely world.

Critical hospital services can call in striking nurses
The NHS says "positive discussions" with the RCN mean nurses will cover some departments.

Author: Alisha Haridasani Gupta
Menopause Costs U.S. Women $1.8 Billion In Lost Working Time, Study Shows
Some are taking sick days. Others are cutting back their hours. Still others end up quitting altogether.

GMB union accepts NHS pay offer but Unite rejects
The offer covers two years, including an additional one-off payment for 2022/23 and a 5% pay rise.

Author: Danielle Friedman
The Weekend-Only Exercise Plan
Can’t find time to exercise on weekdays? Here are five ways to get more out of a Saturday and Sunday routine.

Author: Jaya Padmanabhan
Bilingualism May Stave Off Dementia, Study Suggests
People who spoke two languages daily in their youth tended to score higher on memory tests later in life, the researchers found.

How Forgiveness Can Boost Mental Health
Replacing ill will with good will has marked mental health benefits.

Sudanese NHS doctor 'betrayed' after being refused entry onto evacuation flight to UK
Dr Abdulrahman Babiker can not get back to work at his hospital as the UK refused to fly him back.

Herpes deaths: Caesareans likely source of herpes, inquest told
Kim Sampson and Samantha Mulcahy died after giving birth in two East Kent NHS Trust hospitals.

Author: Alisha Haridasani Gupta
Why Ovulation Can Hurt and How to Relieve the Pain
The release of an egg, despite being a routine biological process, is a dramatic physical event.

Author: Roni Caryn Rabin
A Century-Old Vaccine Fails to Protect Against Covid
Early in the pandemic, scientists began testing an old TB vaccine against the coronavirus. But the trial enrolled fewer participants than expected as new Covid vaccines were introduced, and no discernible effect was found.

Author: Hope Reese
8 Books Experts Would Recommend About Meditation
We asked experts — mindfulness teachers, spiritual leaders, and scientists — for their favorite beginner-friendly titles.

Author: Philip Galanes
Why Is My Boyfriend Pursuing Other Options After Planning a Summer With Me?
A reader is left to make new arrangements after learning that her boyfriend, who had agreed to live with her for the summer, was jockeying for an internship in Washington.

Author: Melinda Wenner Moyer
Biden Wants to Be President Into His 80s. How Might Age Affect His Health?
Experts weigh in on octogenarian health.

Author: Emily Anthes
Untangling Rosalind Franklin’s Role in DNA Discovery, 70 Years On
Historians have long debated the role that Dr. Franklin played in identifying the double helix. A new opinion essay argues that she was an “equal contributor.”

Author: Scott Cacciola
‘Yoga for Jocks’ Keeps Golden State’s Kevon Looney Grounded
Everyone wants an edge during the N.B.A. playoffs. Some like naps. Some have lucky shoes. Golden State’s Kevon Looney does “Joga.”

Author: Dana G. Smith
What’s Going on With Covid Right Now?
Cases, hospitalizations and deaths are lower than they’ve been in years. We asked experts how to think about personal risk — and what the future likely holds.

Teenagers at risk after drop in vaccine take-up
The number of youngsters having jabs since the pandemic has fallen, UK health officials say.

Author: Rachel Rabkin Peachman and Bobbi Lin for The New York Times
How to Make a Healthy Breakfast
The ideal breakfast is the one that makes you feel your best, experts say, though there are some important nutrients to keep in mind.

Author: Melinda Wenner Moyer
How Leaning Into Negative Emotions Can Help Your Mental Health
Recent research suggests that while bad feelings can affect your well-being, your perspective on those feelings can play an even bigger role in your mental health.

Author: Jancee Dunn
Spring Cleaning Tips to Refresh Your Home
And other spring cleaning tips from the experts.

Author: Alisha Haridasani Gupta
Could Certain Foods Help With Hot Flashes?
There’s only preliminary research on how diet might affect menopause symptoms, but some nutrients show promise.

Author: Kate Golembiewski
Your Hair Is Going Gray. This Glitch May Explain Why.
Experiments using mice found a malfunction in adult stem cells that offers insights into why we turn into silver foxes and vixens.

Author: Joanne Lipman
How to Reinvent Yourself, According to the Experts
Imagining a different future can help motivate you, experts say.

Doctor's death due to AstraZeneca Covid vaccine reaction - inquest
The coroner at Stephen Wright's inquest described it as a "very unusual and deeply tragic case".

Author: Jyoti Madhusoodanan
Is Arthritis Preventable? How Experts Say You Can Reduce Risk
Joint pain, stiffness and swelling aren’t always inevitable results of aging, experts say. Here’s what you can do to reduce your risk.

Junior doctor strike led to 196,000 cancellations
The walkout was most disruptive NHS strike yet - with bosses warning future action will risk care.

Lucy Letby trial: Nurse's notes read 'I killed them', jury told
A note found at Lucy Letby's home stated "maybe this is all down to me", her murder trial is told.

Author: Jancee Dunn
Tips on Setting Boundaries and Handling Conflict With Your Adult Child
An expert shares four tips for establishing boundaries and reducing conflict.

Author: Dana G. Smith
California and New York Could Ban 5 Food Additives Linked to Health Concerns
Here’s what to know about the five chemicals, which most often show up in baked goods, candy and soda.

'Every time she falls asleep, she might die'
Sadie has a rare condition which affects how her nervous system controls her breathing.

Author: Pam Belluck
Court Says Abortion Pill Can Remain Available but Imposes Temporary Restrictions
The judges blocked the drug from being sent to patients through the mail and rolled back other steps the government had taken to ease access.

Author: Alisha Haridasani Gupta
How ‘Weathering’ Contributes to Racial Health Disparities
When Dr. Arline Geronimus first introduced the theory in 1990, her ideas were derided and largely ignored. Now, people are starting to listen.

Author: Catherine Pearson
What to Do if a Friend Ghosts You
It’s not just a dating thing, and it can hurt. A lot. Here are ways to cope — and move forward.

Author: Hilary Achauer
How to Get Into the Swing of Kettlebell Training
Perfect for beginners, these oddly shaped weights offer a low-impact, full-body workout that will bring a sense of flow to your exercise routine.

Author: Alisha Haridasani Gupta
How ‘Weathering’ Contributes to Racial Health Disparities
When Dr. Arline Geronimus first introduced the theory in 1990, her ideas were derided and largely ignored. Now, people are starting to listen.

Author: Hannah Seo
Does Neck Skin Age More Quickly? What Experts Say
Nora Ephron once wrote, “Our faces are lies and our necks are the truth.” What do skin experts have to say?

Author: Dani Blum
What Is Mounjaro, the Diabetes Drug That Could Overshadow Ozempic?
Demand is mounting for Mounjaro — though like some other trendy medications, it has yet to be approved for weight loss.