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1Feb 6, '20A man who said he never drank alcohol but often appeared drunk actually had a rare condition called auto-brewery syndrome, in which his gut began producing alcohol whenever he ate 66.8×040k11k2.6k
2Mar 27, '20When it comes to spotting symptoms, do you know how to tell the new coronavirus (also known as COVID-19) from seasonal allergies, a cold or the flu? This chart breaks down what we 50.1×025k15k2.3k
3Feb 28, '20Yes, there IS a right way to wash your hands.25.2×013k8.4k557
4Jul 31, '21Sex should be removed as a legal designation on the public part of birth certificates, the American Medical Association (AMA) said Monday.21×02.3k850546
5Oct 21, '18The CDC says only 31% of men and 65% of women wash their hands after using the restroom.16.5×02.9k1.6k139
6Apr 26, '21People who ate french fries or hash browns 2 to 3 times a week were more likely to die early, according to one study.14.2×02.5k560173
7Feb 14, '22People with a vitamin D deficiency are more likely to have a severe or critical case of COVID-19, according to a new study.11.7×04.3k1.8k434
8Aug 17, '18The liver is the only organ that can grow back when part of it is damaged or removed. 😮8.4×03.8k1.3k70
9Aug 2, '21Vaccines keep us safe from many diseases, from childhood through late adulthood. Everything you need to know:7.7×05.6k1.4k54
10Aug 2, '23Soybean oil, which is very common in processed foods, could drive conditions like inflammatory bowel disease and leaky gut.5.5×342k1.2k274220
11Oct 9, '19In an emergency, CPR can save a life. Follow these steps to try to revive an infant.5.5×02.4k2.1k340
12Sep 7, '20SOUND ON: This is what healthy lungs sound like -- and what your doctor hears when he or she listens to lung conditions like asthma, COPD, and more.5.3×01.6k2.5k219
13Oct 20, '19SOUND ON: This is what healthy lungs sound like -- and what your doctor hears when he or she listens to lung conditions like asthma, COPD, and more.4.9×02.7k1.4k372
14Oct 10, '19You matter. Your mental health matters. Let's break the stigma. #WorldMentalHealthDay4.2×02.3k1.6k23
15Sep 1, '19A Texas teen spent 10 days in a coma fighting what doctors say was a vaping-related lung illness that almost took his life. His parents later learned he had been vaping since he wa4.0×01k1.7k35
16Mar 11, '20UPDATED: When it comes to spotting symptoms, how is the new coronavirus (also known as COVID-19) different from a cold or the flu? This chart breaks down what we know so far:3.9×01.8k1.5k99
17Aug 28, '18One survey revealed that 45% of diabetes patients had gone without insulin because of the price. And in some cases, the consequences have been fatal.3.4×01.1k96118
18Oct 3, '18Bigger thighs, better health? According to one study, people whose thighs measured less than 24.5" were more likely to have heart disease and other health problems.3.3×085945647
19Apr 24, '19Reusable water bottles can collect germs and mold if you don't wash them often enough. 😨3.0×01.2k1.4k81
20Sep 17, '19An Alabama man is free of sickle cell disease after receiving gene therapy for 2 years as part of a clinical trial.3.0×01.8k93047
21Jan 2, '20Drinking a bottle of wine each week is the same as smoking five to 10 cigarettes a week when it comes to raising the risk of getting cancer, according to a new study.2.9×01.2k499110
22Mar 7, '22Did you know most fruits and veggies are full of antioxidants, which boost your immune system and may fight inflammation? What to reach for:2.8×01.7k804103
23Aug 1, '23Studies have linked tea to a lower chance of getting certain types of cancers, type 2 diabetes, Parkinson’s, and heart disease.2.7×167k1.2k591161
24Jun 10, '23The heart is an amazing organ. It pumps oxygen and nutrient-rich blood throughout your body to sustain life. ❤2.6×161k1.6k406229
25Dec 23, '17Here's a reason to wash your hands after ordering: Restaurant menus have 100 times more bacteria than a toilet seat, according to one microbiologist.2.5×08621.1k0
26Sep 8, '21Even skin that's not considered "dry" can become dehydrated. Everything you need to know:2.4×02.2k35664
27Sep 7, '18For every pound you lose, it takes 4 pounds of pressure off your knees and 6 pounds off your hips.2.4×01.4k78846
28Sep 30, '21Mental health is something we all deal with. Learn ways to help manage anxiety and depression:2.3×02k39042
29Aug 26, '18Here's a reason to wash your hands after ordering while dining out: Restaurant menus have 100 times more bacteria than a toilet seat, according to one microbiologist.2.2×084787218
30Aug 10, '19SO INSPIRING. ❤️Claudia has fought her way through 6 brain surgeries -- and is still set to graduate from medical school next May.2.1×02k34114
31Oct 1, '19For every pound you lose, it takes 4 pounds of pressure off your knees and 6 pounds off your hips.2.1×01.2k65166
32Apr 18, '22From recognizing the signs to where to reach out for help, here's what you should know about mental health.2.1×01.8k39230
33Jun 17, '23About 435,000 women have heart attacks in the U.S. yearly. Symptoms can be so mild they're dismissed as something minor. Important warning signs to know:2.1×128k74333472
34Dec 15, '19SOUND ON: This is what healthy lungs sound like -- and what your doctor hears when he or she listens to lung conditions like asthma, COPD, and more.2.1×01.1k621145
35May 1, '19Heavy drinking over a long time can shrink brain cells and lead to alcohol-related brain damage (ARBD) and certain types of dementia. Learn more:2.0×079286925
36May 21, '19Just 6 months of moderate exercise -- walking or pedaling a stationary bike -- was equivalent to shaving 9 years from older adults' brain age, the study found.2.0×01.1k67748
37Nov 3, '19If you sit too much, your brain could look just like that of someone with dementia. Sitting also raises your risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, high blood pressure, and high 1.9×097766959
38Apr 13, '18For every pound you lose, it takes 4 pounds of pressure off your knees and 6 pounds off your hips.1.9×01.1k68329
39Jan 3, '22Making a healthy start to the year can be as easy as a few simple changes.1.9×01.7k24443
40Apr 28, '19Just 6 months of moderate exercise -- walking or pedaling a stationary bike -- was equivalent to shaving 9 years from older adults' brain age, a new study found.1.9×01.1k60654
41Jan 1, '19For every pound you lose, it takes 4 pounds of pressure off your knees and 6 pounds off your hips.1.8×01k58953
42Oct 10, '18You matter. Your mental health matters. Let's break the stigma. #WorldMentalHealthDay1.8×09017203
43Jan 28, '21⚡️ “Heart Health and You” by @WebMD Brought to you by @CVSPharmacy.1.8×01.8k25831
44Jan 12, '20SOUND ON: This is what healthy lungs sound like -- and what your doctor hears when he or she listens to lung conditions like asthma, COPD, and more.1.8×01k510127
45May 19, '18For every pound you lose, it takes 4 pounds of pressure off your knees and 6 pounds off your hips.1.7×096359431
46Jul 30, '18Research shows that if you sprint for 30 seconds, rest for 4-6 minutes, and then repeat that at least 4 times, you’ll lose more fat than if you jog or walk at a steady pace for an 1.7×099255057
47Jul 10, '19Did you know parts of the brain linked to learning, memory, and mental health are smaller in people who have lots of burgers, fries, chips, and soda in their diet?1.7×088651444
48Aug 21, '19Here's a reason to wash your hands after ordering while dining out: Restaurant menus have 100 times more bacteria than a toilet seat, according to one microbiologist.1.7×073460421
49Sep 15, '18If you sit too much, your brain could look just like that of someone with dementia. Sitting also raises your risk of heart disease, diabetes, stroke, high blood pressure, and high 1.7×075268622
50Feb 23, '19When your blood sugar is too high, your body takes water from all over your body to help get rid of it -- including your skin.1.7×080266643
51Aug 3, '17Watermelon isn't just a refreshing summer treat – it also packs a big nutritional punch! #NationalWatermelonDay 🍉1.7×07886140
52Nov 22, '17WATCH the incredible moment this mother meets the liver donor who saved her son's life. <3 (from our friends @ClevelandClinic)1.7×01.1k4760
53Aug 17, '19For every pound you lose, it takes 4 pounds of pressure off your knees and 6 pounds off your hips.1.7×099853356
54May 20, '23The heart is an amazing organ. It pumps oxygen and nutrient-rich blood throughout your body to sustain life. ❤1.7×104k1k276110
55Sep 23, '19Studies find that a jet air dryer spreads 1,300 times more germs than paper towels. 😯1.7×072957812
56Mar 2, '20When it comes to spotting symptoms, how is the coronavirus different from a cold or the flu? This chart breaks down what we know so far:1.7×075865147
57Mar 30, '20It's #NationalDoctorsDay. Let's show some love to the heroes working day and night to care for others. 💙1.6×01.1k5016
58Sep 15, '19SO INSPIRING. ❤️Claudia has fought her way through 6 brain surgeries -- and is still set to graduate from medical school next May.1.6×01.5k2617
59Dec 23, '18Have you ever wondered how a baby sees the world? Take a look at what they see as their vision develops over the first year:1.6×01k46678
60Dec 16, '18Too much alcohol can actually shrink your brain.1.6×071559229
61Jan 26, '22February is American Heart Month -- what better time to make a commitment to better heart health?1.6×01.5k23624
62Oct 25, '19Did you know that a teaspoon or two full of honey can actually cut mucus production, and it has germ-killing properties? 🍯1.6×096243751
63Feb 23, '18For every pound you lose, it takes 4 pounds of pressure off your knees and 6 pounds off your hips.1.5×08535420
64Aug 18, '19Two wedges of watermelon can give you 640 milligrams of potassium. Plus, the hydrating fruit is full of nutrients that help fight inflammation. 🍉1.5×01k43922
65Mar 7, '19For every pound you lose, it takes 4 pounds of pressure off your knees and 6 pounds off your hips.1.5×084249537
66Jun 12, '23Brisk walking is just as good as running when it comes to cutting your risk of high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and diabetes -- as long as you do about twice as much of it.1.5×91k96032470
67Sep 19, '19Did you know blueberries protect your brain as you age? They contain polyphenols, lessen damage to your DNA that can make some diseases more likely, and improve how well your brain1.4×093142422
68Feb 28, '22Don't let allergies ruin your spring -- learn about new ways to manage them.1.4×01.4k22418
69Aug 24, '19Did you know aerobic exercise like walking, jogging, or gardening may help your brain’s hippocampus -- the part that’s linked to memory and learning -- grow?1.4×081844229
70Nov 11, '19It’s no secret that alcohol affects the brain. It can cause blurry vision, slurred speech, and memory loss, because alcohol kills brain cells. Over time, drinking too much can dama1.4×071744539
71Sep 21, '19Self-care doesn't have to cost a fortune.1.3×074247135
72Sep 2, '19Lemon water is more than a refreshing treat -- it can also give your immune system a boost.1.3×087738334
73Jun 21, '23That classic summertime fruit, watermelon, has a lot more to offer than sweet taste. It’s chock-full of nutrients that help your body thrive. 🍉1.3×81k85327461
74Mar 31, '19No -- vaccines do not cause autism or SIDS. They protect babies from diseases.1.3×08224283
75May 25, '19Just 6 months of moderate exercise -- walking or pedaling a stationary bike -- was equivalent to shaving 9 years from older adults' brain age, a recent study found.1.3×081640723
76Jan 10, '19Lemon water is more than a refreshing treat -- it can also give your immune system a boost.1.3×077336616
77Mar 23, '22Want to live healthier? It's easier than you think.1.2×01.2k18217
78Sep 12, '18Research shows that if you sprint for 30 seconds, rest for 4-6 minutes, and then repeat that at least 4 times, you’ll lose more fat than if you jog or walk at a steady pace for an 1.2×075935142
79Jan 13, '19Australian researchers have developed a 10-minute test that can detect cancer cells anywhere in the body, a new study says.1.2×073239827
80Aug 6, '19Watermelon is loaded with lycopene, an antioxidant that’s good for your heart, prostate, and skin.1.2×076037413
81Dec 21, '20View post on X1.2×01.3k11529
82Jun 15, '19Have you ever wondered how a baby sees the world? Take a look at what they see as their vision develops over the first year:1.2×071935854
83Sep 5, '19"Depression lies. It tells you you’ve always felt this way, and you always will. But you haven’t, and you won’t." Things that get me through bad depression days:1.2×073128798
84Mar 28, '18Cucumbers are 95% water and low in calories. They also may help fight inflammation and might even slow the aging process.1.2×07753547
85Jun 14, '23Vitamin C it supports your immune system and helps your body use the iron you get from food. Find out sources for your daily dose of this essential nutrient.1.1×71k71023643
86Dec 8, '17When your dog looks at you, he's probably experiencing the same brain chemical you do when you look at someone you love, this study says. 🐶1.1×07693240
87May 5, '19Watermelon isn't just a refreshing treat. When it's ripe, it's also got plenty of an antioxidant called glutathione. It strengthens the immune system so it can fight infection. 🍉1.1×077032211
88Dec 10, '18Lemon water is more than a refreshing treat -- it can also give your immune system a boost.1.1×071432721
89Jun 2, '19“Hardships are often blessings in disguise." Meet Claudia, a med school student who has fought her way through 6 brain surgeries -- and is still set to graduate next May.1.1×01k2067
90May 13, '19Two wedges of watermelon can give you 640 milligrams of potassium. Plus, the hydrating fruit is full of nutrients that help fight inflammation. 🍉1.1×073930515
91Nov 29, '17Bill Gates has made finding a cure for Alzheimer's his new mission.1.1×08352530
92Jun 17, '19Meet Claudia, a young woman who has fought her way through 6 brain surgeries -- and is still set to graduate from medical school next May.1.1×09721764
93Nov 12, '18This first-grader's creative take on her school's "crazy hair day" inspired people all over the world. 💙1.0×09461912
94Apr 30, '19Two wedges of watermelon can give you 640 milligrams of potassium. Plus, the hydrating fruit is full of nutrients that help fight inflammation. 🍉1.0×073727213
95Jul 29, '23Did you know a short nap in the mid-afternoon can boost memory, improve job performance, lift your mood, make you more alert, and ease stress?1.0×62k72929544
96Feb 3, '19At just 7 months old, Hawken was one of the youngest patients ever diagnosed with a rare, fast-growing cancer called Burkitt leukemia. Now, the sweet baby boy is cancer-free. ❤️ Fr1.0×09551647
97Mar 16, '20We see you and we thank YOU. 💙💙💙1.0×07132682
98May 5, '19Heartwarming: Tammy Lewis was born three and a half months early, weighing just a pound and four ounces -- but she beat the odds and grew up to be a nurse, caring for premature bab0.8×07431557
99Jul 5, '19“The new wedding shop in town has a wheelchair-using mannequin and it shouldn’t be exciting but it’s the first time I’ve ever seen disability portrayed in a shop window.” Bridal sh0.8×07051671
100Jul 1, '21When is it time to toss old prescriptions, and how can you tell if a natural supplement will actually help? Learn more here:0.7×06808810

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