A new bra from First Warning Systems claims a series of sensors embedded in the cups can pick up temperature changes in breast tissue and alert doctors to the presence of malignant cells. Read the full story in our companion blog …
Prevention
Are Health Check-Ups Necessary? Study Says Not So Much
Getting yearly physicals makes intuitive sense—routine checkups can pick up early signs of disease and get you on treatment that could save your life. Or can they?
10 Ways to Build Healthy Bones (and Keep Them Strong)
Weak bones may seem like a problem of aging, but there’s plenty we can do early in life (in our teens and 20s) to make sure bones stay healthy down the line
Trying to Avoid a Cold? Skip the Vitamin D Supplements
And the hunt for the cure to the common cold continues
At the U.N., a Vow to Eradicate Polio by 2015
A final push to eradicate a disease has powerful friends — and a lot of money — behind it
Goodbye, Big Soda: New York Becomes First City to Ban Large-Sized Soft Drinks
On Thursday the New York City Health Department became the first in the nation to ban the sale of sugared beverages larger than 16 oz. at restaurants, mobile food carts, sports arenas and movie theaters.
How to Avoid Computer Eye Strain
Ever spent more than two consecutive hours looking at a computer screen? Us too. Computers can make us more productive, but the bad news is that too much screen time can also lead to something called computer vision syndrome …
What Women Can Learn from Rosie O’Donnell’s Heart Attack
It took O’Donnell nearly a day to realize she was having a heart attack. Here’s why women’s heart disease differs from men’s
Predicting Heart Attack Risk: A Calcium Test May Help
About 28 million Americans are considered at “intermediate risk” of having a heart attack. A new study suggests adding a CT scan can improve doctors’ ability to gauge these patients’ actual risk
The Ultimate Guide to Good Posture: Office Edition
Greatist is the fastest-growing fitness, health and happiness start-up. Check out more tips, expert opinion and fun times at Greatist.com.
6 Ways to Keep Your Pets Safe in the Heat
A sweltering day is as unpleasant — and potentially dangerous — for dogs and cats as it is for humans. Heed these tips to keep your pets healthy and comfortable through the dog days of summer
The 8 Preventive Health Services that Women Start Getting Free Today
From birth control to breast-feeding support, American women are now eligible for eight additional preventive health care benefits without copay under the Affordable Care Act
Prostate Cancer Screening: Why Can’t Doctors Agree?
According to a U.S. government advisory panel, almost no one should get screened for prostate cancer. But a new study this week reflects the continued view of many physicians — that screening does help to catch tumors earlier. …
