NIH study links opioids to pregnancy loss
A new study from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) indicates that women who use opioids while trying to conceive have a 29 percent lower chance of becoming pregnant. ThoseRead More
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4 physical activity tips for older adults
Regular physical activity is great for your mental and physical health. It also helps you stay independent as you age. Every day presents opportunities to move more. The Physical ActivityRead More
Why does your back hurt?
Gwendolyn Sowa, M.D., Ph.D. Identifying the cause of low back pain has become a frequent challenge for medical professionals. It is also what has encouraged Gwendolyn Sowa, M.D., Ph.D., ofRead More
How to cope with the stress of social isolation
Social isolation, or being physically separated from others, can lead to loneliness and increased stress, especially during a pandemic. Loneliness has been associated with higher rates of depression, anxiety, andRead More
Keep it going! How to stick with a fitness routine
Sticking to a fitness routine isn’t always easy with family, work, hobbies, and everything in between. These tips can help you get started and keep you moving, even when lifeRead More
How to manage low back pain before it gets worse
Jonathan Lurie, M.D. Low back pain is often hard to avoid. Many jobs require long periods of sitting or other types of activities that can stress our backs. However,Read More
Cholesterol: Know the terms
What is cholesterol? Cholesterol is a waxy substance found in the cells in your body. Your body needs cholesterol to make hormones, vitamin D, and substances that help you digest food.Read More
Six ways to communicate better while you wear a mask
Social distancing and face masks are necessary for preventing the spread of COVID-19. But they can also make communication more difficult for the 37.5 million U.S. adults with hearing problems.Read More
Recognizing American Heart Month
The National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute (NHLBI) is excited to work with the National Library of Medicine on NIH MedlinePlus magazine to highlight important research on physical activity andRead More
Personal Story: Sara Santiago
Sara Santiago, 40, was never an athlete. She joined gyms and exercised on occasion, but never found a routine she could maintain. “I felt intimidated because I didn’t know howRead More
Skin 101: Identifying common conditions
Skin: It’s our body’s largest organ. It protects us by keeping fluids in and harmful microbes out. Sometimes, due to our environments and genes, our skin gets, well, unhappy. ButRead More
Retired NFL star DeMarcus Ware is in the best shape of his life
Retired National Football League (NFL) defensive superstar DeMarcus Ware won millions of fans with his ability to conquer and defeat opposing teams. Now, the former Dallas Cowboy and Denver BroncoRead More
How we remember may come down to unique firing patterns in our brains
Researchers at the National Institutes of Health (NIH) Clinical Center, the nation’s largest research hospital, have discovered more clues about how our brains store and recall memories. The researchers wantedRead More
Breast cancer: What you need to know
Breast cancer affects one in eight women in the U.S. and is the second most common type of cancer diagnosed in women, after skin cancer. The good news is thatRead More
NIH breast cancer research roundup
The National Cancer Institute (NCI) helps fund thousands of studies nationwide to better understand and treat breast cancer, which will affect one out of eight women in the U.S. duringRead More
From opioids to mindfulness: A new approach to chronic pain
Twenty-six years. That’s how long Eric Garland, Ph.D., LCSW, has practiced mindfulness, a complementary health practice that includes focused attention, acceptance, and staying in the present. For the last 15 years,Read More
African Americans can significantly cut stroke risk by quitting smoking
African Americans are already almost twice as likely as whites to die from stroke. Now, new research finds that African Americans who smoke have more than double the risk ofRead More
ER visits for drug overdose may raise risk of later death
People treated in the emergency room (ER) for an opioid overdose are 100 times more likely to die by drug overdose within a year of the ER visit compared withRead More
Could a complementary health treatment help you?
Looking to add a complementary health treatment—like yoga or meditation—to your pain management approach? Before you dive in, make sure to check with your health care provider. Complementary health approachesRead More
The new role of artificial intelligence in NIH pregnancy research
Pregnancy can be an exciting experience for many women. But it also can be difficult and confusing, especially for women with a high-risk pregnancy. Factors like a woman’s age, herRead More
Diagnosed when pregnant: A young mom’s breast cancer story
Ashli Brown of Chicago was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2019 at age 29, when she was six months pregnant. I was about 24 weeks pregnant when I felt aRead More
Improving outcomes for African American women with breast cancer
Worta McCaskill-Stevens, M.D., M.S., has spent much of her career advancing research that supports women with breast cancer, and the inclusion of underrepresented and underserved populations in clinical trials. AtRead More
Under the influence: NIH research shows teen vaping, social pressure on the rise
Vapes. E-cigarettes. E-hookahs. Mods. Vaporizer devices all have the same purpose: to heat liquids containing nicotine or marijuana that people can inhale or puff. Vapes and e-liquids have often beenRead More
Opening up about pregnancy and loss
Alise Crutchman had been trying to get pregnant for a few months when she finally conceived in 2017. For Alise and her husband, Mike, the pregnancy experience was not straightforward.Read More
Cheryll Plunkett never stops fighting
Cheryll Plunkett of Medway, Massachusetts, was diagnosed with breast cancer in 2002 and diagnosed with metastatic breast cancer in 2015. I was diagnosed in 2002, 13 months after my second child wasRead More