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A gluten-free diet excludes all forms of gluten, a protein naturally found in wheat, barley and rye. While gluten poses no harm to most people, for individuals with certain health conditions, avoiding it is essential for ...Read more

A sore throat may be annoying, but it’s one of the most common symptoms of colds, seasonal allergies, and sickness. Regardless of the cause, the food you eat will make all the difference in your recovery time and comfort...Read more

Having a fast metabolism is a real perk when you’re trying to trim down: it allows your body to burn calories quickly. And if you use a lot more calories than you consume, you’ll likely lose pounds.

But what if you ...Read more

DEAR MAYO CLINIC: I just turned 45 and am dreading my first colonoscopy. Why do I need to be screened if I’m not having issues? Can you walk me through the process?

ANSWER: Feeling anxious or afraid surrounding a ...Read more

Soybean oil is the most widely consumed cooking oil (more than 50%) in the United States and a ubiquitous ingredient in processed foods. A new study by researchers at the University of California, Riverside, now suggests...Read more

PHILADELPHIA — In a small fictional town in Louisiana, the six women centered in "Steel Magnolias" have forged a community among — and an ever-deepening relationship with — each other. In a real town in southeastern ...Read more

PITTSBURGH — Nurse Lacey Williams noticed Eva Lu Damianos' unique jewelry and clothing while the 90-year-old was recuperating from a broken leg this summer.

She could tell Damianos was "artsy," she said.

How artsy? She...Read more

FORT WORTH, Texas -- Laura Williams was a planner. She planned for the butterflies she raised in her backyard in Duncanville, Texas. She planned for power outages at her home, buying a portable generator just in case. She ...Read more

DALLAS -- In a Dallas retirement home, Theresa Steward is skydiving. She squeals and yelps as the ground rushes up and snow-capped mountains slide past. Her body lurches forward, and she grabs at the air to steady herself....Read more

Editor’s note: If you or someone you know needs help, the national suicide and crisis lifeline in the U.S. is available by calling or texting 988. There is also an online chat at 988lifeline.org.

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ROCHESTER, Minn. — Artificial intelligence applied to abdominal imaging can help predict adults at higher risk of falling as early as middle age, a new Mayo Clinic study shows. The research, published in Mayo Clinic ...Read more

DEAR ABBY: My husband and I have been married for 40 years and share the same friendships -- joint, his and mine. We have camped, hosted parties and traveled with the same friends. My problem is my husband says I'm not ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: Why is it that when one sees the doctor, the nurse will take their weight and blood pressure but neglect to take their height? I find this very interesting as height is asked on medical forms when ...Read more

From the writings of the Rev. Billy Graham

Q: My philosophy teacher graded me down on a paper I submitted about truth being from God. The teacher informed me that no one person can know the truth and that it is important ...Read more

The Red Cross is appealing to past donors and potential new donors as it says a "severe blood shortage" could result in delays for surgeries and other medical procedures.

During a virtual news briefing Tuesday, officials ...Read more

Many everyday chemicals can impact your gut health and even male fertility, research shows. Proper food preparation, including washing and peeling fruits and vegetables, can protect from common pesticides.

Researchers ...Read more

ST. PAUL, Minn. — The ongoing federal immigration campaign is hurting patients too scared to attend checkup appointments, pick up prescriptions or even give birth in hospitals, doctors said at a State Capitol news ...Read more

CHICAGO — Lurie Children’s Hospital is scaling back its gender-affirming care for minors, the hospital said Tuesday, days after a top federal official called for an investigation into the hospital.

The hospital will ...Read more