Health

The Stigma Men Face Part of it may be this macho thing, a lot of guys don’t want to admit they have this problem. They still see depression as a sign of weakness. This type of thinking is outdated, a relic of previous generations that doesn’t speak to the current medical understanding of mental illness. We know...

Humans spend roughly one-third of their lives sleeping. Despite this, sleep still remains something of a mystery. However, we do know that sleep is deeply connected to our well-being, mood, and health. A night of bad sleep means more than just being grumpy in the morning. In the short term it can mean poor performance at...

Being aware of what’s normal for your body is an important factor in keeping yourself healthy. If a problem arises, you can decide whether to see a health care provider. However, sometimes symptoms are mild, and it’s hard to decide whether to seek medical attention. Have you ever experienced unusual symptoms and didn’t know if...

An important tool for keeping kids healthy is participation in youth sports, and it's not just because of the physical activity. There are the obvious physical benefits when kids play sports. It improves cardiovascular health and prevents obesity. But that's not all. There can be social benefits where you make friends. You have an opportunity to...

Want to feel better, have more energy and even add years to your life? Just exercise. The health benefits of regular exercise and physical activity are hard to ignore. Everyone benefits from exercise, regardless of age, sex or physical ability. Need more convincing to get moving? Check out these seven ways exercise can lead to a...