So, there’s this thing going around NYC. Your guide to navigating the norovirus. - Gothamist

There was a sharp uptick in reported cases of the virus in December, according to the city health department.

CDC: Flu Activity Is High. Here’s How To Track It - The Weather Channel

Seasonal flu activity is elevated across most of the country, according to the latest reports from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and experts say this is expected to continue for the next few weeks.

If You're Over 65, Your Thermostat Could Be Affecting Your Brain Health, New Study Finds - Best Life

A thermostat’s sweet spot is between 68–75 degrees Fahrenheit, per the findings.

How might sleep aids like Ambien affect brain health? - Medical News Today

In a mouse study, researchers found that zolpidem (Ambien), a common sleep aid, could prevent the brain from effectively clearing up 'waste', though it remains unclear whether this could affect cognitive functions.

New Osteoporosis Prevention Guidelines Released - Newsmax

All women 65 and older should continue to be screened for osteoporosis, the nation's leading preventive health panel says in an updated recommendation. The U.S. Preventive Services Task Force also recommends screening women younger than 65 who've gone through…

Seattle vets warn pet owners to keep cats indoors to avoid bird flu - KING5.com

The disease is carried by wild birds and if cats are infected it is often deadly.

Visitor restrictions at Franciscan and IU Health hospitals - wlfi.com

LAFAYETTE, Ind. (WLFI) — With respiratory viruses such as flu, COVID-19 and RSV rising, Franciscan Health hospitals in Lafayette, Crawfordsville and Rensselaer as well as IU Health hospitals are implementing

5 hallmarks of aging — and how sex, chocolate and sleep can fight them - New York Post

In 2023, researchers identified 12 key “hallmarks of aging,” arguing that understanding them better is the key to improving health as we get older.

Mobile cancer clinic opens to help detect cancer earlier, save lives in rural Utah - KSL.com

The Huntsman Cancer Institute's second mobile cancer screening clinic was opened on Monday. It will help provide screenings to more people in rural areas of Utah.

Study: Gum Disease Disrupts Brain Activity - Newsmax

Gum disease appears to disrupt brain activity, potentially increasing a person's risk of cognitive decline. People with gum disease experienced altered connections between different brain regions, compared to folks with good dental health, MRI scans show in a…

A Psychologist Explains The Sensory Magic Of ‘Seasonal Emotional Energy’ - Forbes

Winter’s romantic allure is not just a matter of the season’s aesthetics—there is psychology the love, intimacy and connection during colder months.

How to Keep Up with the News Without Getting Overwhelmed - HBR.org Daily

A guide to becoming more conscious about what you consume, when you consume it, and how it affects you.

Flu levels are ‘very high’ in Washington right now. Here’s what DOH says you should know - Bellingham Herald

Flu cases in Washington state are rising with hospitalizations, deaths not far behind. WSDOH talks key symptoms, prevention tips, vaccine.

No, We Aren’t All Eating 'Too Much' Protein - Lifehacker

Yes, the average American gets more than the minimum—and that’s a good thing.

The best time of day to drink coffee for maximum benefits isn’t first thing when you wake up - AOL

Experts say that the window of 9:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. may be the best time to consume coffee.

Doctors Say the Disinfecting Wipes You're Using Have "Significant" Health Risks - Best Life

Don't underestimate the power of plain old soap and water.