Love it or hate it, make this winter work for you
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How to prepare for winter virus season 2024
This Thanksgiving, pass on the gratitude. Pile on the purpose.
Are you always cold? It could be a health condition.
Is hard water or an overeager routine harming your skin? Here’s how to tell.
Your post-vote priority this week? Massage and chill.
When a massage can ease a migraine—and which type is best.
Learn how HSAs and FSAs can help you save cash and stress less!
How to save with an HSA or FSA—and which is best for you
It’s getting dark and cold. Here's how to cope.
Can I use my HSA or FSA to pay for massage therapy?
It’s an overwhelming world. Use science to destress.
3 simple changes you can make for better health
Why the shift to fall messes with our health
New science blames “brain goo” for weight gain!
How to be too rest(ed) to be stressed!
Don’t go too big. (But to be safe, go at home.)
Use your HSA/FSA to save at Blink Fitness with Dr. B
Summer’s not over yet! (But it is almost. Drink it up.)
No pain. No gain. (That’s a good thing.)
Go for the goal-d!
What’s the difference between a dietitian and a nutritionist? (And can I use my HSA/FSA?)
Protect your teeth with the latest oral care tips!
Report: States in highest demand for free healthcare reveal political pitfalls
What’s the best way to optimize your nutrition? Here’s what the science says.
New studies on midlife reveal lifelong habits for optimal longevity
How to avoid poisonous plants, high bacteria levels and hormonal mosquitos this summer
New studies reveal music’s effect on our brain and heart
How to save money on weight loss support tools
Healthy weight management programs to try before medical weight loss
Learn how to prevent tick bites and Lyme disease
Why does REM sleep go rogue? Here’s what the science says.
Study reveals on taste buds, tattoos and heat domes
The latest sun and skin care tips for a safe summer
Mind-blowing gene therapies are on the horizon
How brains make memories and what can alter them
Why are doctors prescribing art as therapy?
What studies reveal about sex and gender differences in health and science
How simple things like dirt, water and heat affect health.
How to use your HSA to save on YouFit gym membership costs
How to use your HSA/FSA to save on BODi subscriptions and the BODi Bike
How to break from perfectionism and busyness!
What to know about seasonal allergies this spring
The best hair loss treatment: Dutasteride vs. Finasteride
What you should know about taxes and medical deductions
What is a Letter of Medical Necessity for HSA/FSA?
Are you getting the most out of your workout?
How to foster healthy blood sugar levels
How to use your HSA/FSA at F45 Training
Are genital warts contagious?
Are we getting sick younger? Here's what the science says.
When improving your health comes down to the numbers
Can you get impetigo from kissing someone with a beard?
How will technology transform our healthcare?
The latest research on how to be happy
Finding hope in health technology
How you might be able to use your HSA/FSA to sweat and save at Orangetheory Fitness
The latest studies on heads and hair
How to use your HSA/FSA at SoulCycle
How to protect your sexual health
Age against brain health, lactose and long-term care
What can you buy with HSA (and FSA) funds?
The best ways to improve your physical and financial health
Better sex, calmer stress and vital Covid news to know.
Unwinding anxiety with self-care, magnesium and healing foods
How much does Paxlovid cost in 2024?
Eye twitches, conjunctivitis and more eye health updates
The best healthy habit lists to inspire your 2024
Inspiring health + wellness slow reads
How to battle itchy skin and holiday heart syndrome
Can I use my FSA/HSA for gym membership?
When it’s time to learn new things
Do I have Covid-19, a cold, the flu or RSV?
Winter wellness and the health benefits of getting cozy
Dr. B’s health and wellness gift guide for 2024
What to know about Covid vaccines in 2023-2024
Healthcare updates on online Covid care, dogs and more
Can dogs get Covid-19—and spread it to humans?
Self-care tips for Thanksgiving and beyond
How viruses spread on boats, to brains and more
How to tell if a sinus infection has spread to your brain
Why do we feel more pain at night?
How to stop gout pain at night?
Studies on fear show we love to be afraid
Big Tobacco vs. gas stove safety
The latest food science and digestion news
Sleep health + hi-bear-nating tips
Fall health and hydration tips
How to get erectile dysfunction pills online
Fall cleaning tips and health news
When fungi aren’t fun guys.
Hair today, gone tomorrow? Let’s talk hair health.
Feed your brain with shock therapy?
Does good grief exist? Here’s the latest research.
How different types of protein impact our health
The 411 on whole-body medical massage benefits
Human health + ticks + dogs + birds, oh my!
What do itchy skin and rashes have to do with severe heat?
How extreme heat affects your health (and what to do about it)
The latest research shows just how plastics impact our health
The latest cancer care updates to know
Summer skincare updates and top tools for sun protection!
Using a Drug Discount Card — How It Works
The best drug discount card: SingleCare vs. GoodRx
2023 Pride and LGBTQ+ health news
Hydration and safety tips for summer!
Respiratory illness health news to know
How to treat the 4 types of rosacea
Is rosacea an autoimmune disease?
Rosacea causes, symptoms and treatment
Skin care for rosacea
The latest food science news to know
Learn about the latest mental health support resources
Top tools to help you manage medical debt
Support your neighbors with Dr. B + NeighborShare
How do I boost my microbiome health?
Do you know these hypertension risks?
How to love nature and protect yourself from ticks!
What do we know about seasonal allergies today?
What exactly is a migraine, anyway?
The latest on STI rates and the stigma that feeds them
Learn about UTI's, eating meat, and having sex!
The latest weight stigma in France, film and more
What do we know about long Covid in 2023?
Workout pain, medical PTSD and pain management tips
The latest on how to age gracefully
PHASE Scientific Americas and Dr. B make it easy to get COVID-19 antiviral medications from the comfort of your home
Let's celebrate Black health activists
Here's why we get that sexual feeling
Here's what may be causing your extreme fatigue
The science of health, love and happiness!
How to take care of your skin in winter
2023 diet trends, gut health and cheese benefits!
What are the health effects of quitting alcohol?
Covid-19 variant XBB.1.5 news to know in January 2023
In dark times, here's how to find the light
How to make the best non-resolutions this New Year
What happens when you get two viruses at one time?
Swipe right for these top online dating health tips
So you have Covid-19. What are your treatment options?
Tips for less stressful holiday spending!
Are at-home health options improving?
Thanksgiving healthcare news and wellness updates
Your 2022 guide to healthy holidays!
How to honor and protect our veterans' health!
Why we need to talk about anorexia
Scary health stories for Halloween haunts!
What is the future of mental healthcare?
How you can nurture the friend zone - and why you should!
How to transition your body for cooler weather
Food and lifestyle heart health for women
Learn about polio's long history and post-polio syndrome
Is gluten bad (or good) for you?
What to know about the new bivalent Covid-19 boosters
How every body can celebrate Yoga Awareness Month
Learn tips for fostering healthy work-life balance
How to get at-home Covid-19 care for everyone!
Is quarantine over? What the new CDC guidelines actually mean
Load up on these healthy tools for rest and relaxation
What to know about Mpox exposure, vaccination and treatment
Here's how to stay healthfully hydrated
Summer heat means it's time to update your skincare routine!
PSA: "Disabled" is not a dirty word!
The healing power of camping, stargazing and birdwatching
No body shame! All bodies are beach bodies!
When the sound and fury of fireworks hurts
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