Simar Bajaj

Today, some advice on having conversations with aging parents about their health.

Many families put these talks off. But having them now can lead to better care later.

Researchers looked at birth weight, an important predictor of long-term health, in 11 million babies born in the United States.

All forms of exercise help you live longer, but some activities come with extra benefits.

The disease is the rare cancer met with accusations, not sympathy.

Starting the year with a broken brain? We asked experts how you can get your focus back.

After eight years of training, Dr. Maureen McKiernan made her debut as the lead surgeon on an infant heart transplant — an operation on the edge of what’s possible.

There’s research suggesting that these four-legged “battle buddies” can reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety. But shortages and long wait times pose barriers.

The virus, sometimes called the stomach bug, is incredibly contagious. Here’s how to stay safe this season.

Chilly fingers and toes are generally nothing to worry about, but they can sometimes indicate a more serious condition.

“Bubble boy disease” was once a death sentence. A scientific breakthrough changed that.