Hospitals Must Get Written Patient Consent for Pelvic Exams, H.H.S. Says
In a letter to teaching hospitals, the federal health agency said that institutions could lose Medicare funding if they didn’t…
The Inner London Ramblers Know the Simple Pleasures of Walking Groups
Clustered outside a tube station, 20 or so Londoners were preparing to roam around Tufnell Park, which is not actually…
Why Are Older Americans Drinking So Much?
The pandemic played a role in increased consumption, but alcohol use among people 65 and older was climbing even before…
Julia Louis-Dreyfus Hears From Carol Burnett, Ina Garten and Other Women
The actor wants you to start listening to older women — and not just because they’re guests on her podcast.When…
Bacteria That Cause Meningitis Are Spreading Again, C.D.C. Warns
The NewsFederal officials are warning health care providers to be on the lookout for invasive meningococcal disease, a rare but…
Feeling Overwhelmed? Try Tallying Small Wins.
Taking stock of small achievements can keep you motivated when times are tough, experts say.When I joined The New York…
Your Guide to Sunscreen: Ingredients, Safety and More
While most experts agree that you should wear sunscreen year-round to prevent damage from the sun, harmful ultraviolet rays are…
Your Guide to Sunscreen: Ingredients, Safety and More
While most experts agree that you should wear sunscreen year-round to prevent damage from the sun, harmful ultraviolet rays are…
Biden Administration Finalizes Rule Curbing Use of Short-Term Health Plans
The new regulation reverses a Trump-era policy that expanded access to health plans with fewer benefits than those sold on…
Working With Your Hands Is Good for Your Brain
Activities like writing, gardening and knitting can improve your cognition and mood. Tapping, typing and scrolling? Less so.The human hand…