When Elder Care Is All in the Stepfamily
Adult children are less likely to assist an aging stepparent, studies show. A growing “step gap” in senior care worries…
Canadian Doctors Warn Against Private Medicine as a Cure for the System’s Ills
The Canadian Medical Association has called for a ban on payments for procedures long covered by public systems and is…
5 Ways to Make Friends (Without Joining a Book Club)
Experts share strategies for connecting that actually work.My sister Dinah recently told me about an unusual way that she made…
New Wellness Programs at 6 Resorts
Sleep tracking, “snow showers” and underwater “soundscapes” are among the offerings at resorts that also happen to be in dream…
How Healthy Are Tomatoes?
Tomatoes have come a long way since the 16th century, when some Europeans called them “poison apples” because they were…
What to Know About West Nile Virus: Symptoms and Prevention
Infections, which can cause fever and fatigue, tend to peak in August and September.One evening in July 2003, Dr. Lyle…
A 10-Minute Workout for People Who Don’t Like Working Out
It’s hard to get motivated when you dread exercise. Here’s how to get started.Nicholas Sansone for The New York TimesSome…
Why Are So Many Americans Choosing to Not Have Children?
It’s probably not selfishness, experts say. Even young adults who want children see an increasing number of obstacles.For years, some…
Heavy Metals, Including Lead, Found in Many Dark Chocolate Products
New research adds to the evidence that certain cocoa products contain lead and cadmium.New research published Wednesday found heavy metals…
How Ultraprocessed Foods Affect Brain Health
Recent research, including a new study on red meat, has linked these foods to an increased risk of dementia. Experts…