Prevention

4 min read Not too long ago, the American healthcare system was still reliant on phones and fax machines; even as email and texting were widely adopted, medical offices lagged behind. But in recent years, the rise of patient portals—online, HIPAA-compliant platforms that allow patients to securely access records and communicate with their providers virtually—has transformed how the public interacts with their doctors. However, patient portal messaging isn’t without problems.

4 min read Jump to: What Happened When I Ate 30 Grams of Protein at Breakfast Every Day for a Week Benefits of Protein Should Anyone Not Eat 30 Grams of Protein at Breakfast? The Bottom Line When my editor challenged me to start my days off protein-strong by clocking 30 grams of protein at breakfast, it felt like both a challenge and a priority. See, protein is quite essential for good overall health and healthy aging. Protein helps build muscle and helps keep hunger in check.

6 min read New research suggests that the shingles vaccine can lower your risk of heart attack and stroke. The findings add to a growing body of research that suggests this vaccine has other positive unintended effects. Doctors say that you shouldn’t get the shingles vaccine for the cardiovascular benefits alone.

8 min read Jump to: The best way to get rid of a pimple in your ear Can you pop a pimple in your ear? How to prevent pimples in the ear from forming How long does it take a pimple in your ear to go away on its own? What to do about pimples deep in the ear canal When an ear pimple isn’t a pimple at all When to see a doctor about a pimple in your ear Pimples are a nuisance anywhere they appear, but some places are more uncomfortable or more difficult to get rid of than others.

4 min read Jump to: Lentils vs. chickpeas: Nutrition Lentils vs. chickpeas: Which has more protein? Health benefits of lentils Health benefits of chickpeas Possible drawbacks of lentils and chickpeas Lentils vs. chickpeas: Which is better for you? Beans and legumes are tiny foods that deliver massive health benefits.

5 min read The MMR vaccine provides lasting protection against measles. Fully vaccinated people are protected, but certain groups may want to consider a booster shot. It’s safe to get another shot of the MMR vaccine, according to doctors. Two people in Pennsylvania have died from complications of measles, marking the first deaths from the virus in the Commonwealth in 35 years, according to Pennsylvania officials.

7 min read Food recalls appear to be on the rise, with several foodborne illness outbreaks ongoing this summer. Food safety experts say several factors are at play. Here’s how you can protect yourself. The summer of 2026 has been defined by foodborne illness outbreaks. From news of cyclosporiasis in lettuce to salmonella in jalapeños to listeria in cheese, it feels like there’s a new food recall every day. But food safety experts say it isn’t that simple.

4 min read Jump to: How to prevent muscle cramps How to treat cramping muscles When to see a doctor about muscle cramps Muscle cramps are rarely a serious medical issue, but they can be very uncomfortable (especially if they’re waking you up in the middle of the night). We tapped experts to fill us in on the best treatments for muscle cramps and tips for preventing these painful spasms in the first place. According to the Cleveland Clinic, muscle spasms can happen to anyone.

5 min read Jump to: How Does Walking Help Lower Blood Sugar? Does Timing Matter? When Not to Walk to Lower Blood Sugar The Bottom Line I’ve spent my entire adult life managing type 1 diabetes (I wasn’t diagnosed until I was in college, and it took months of begging my doctor for answers—you can read my diagnosis story here).

5 min read Jump to: Cerave vs. EltaMD: Similarities Cerave vs. EltaMD: Key Differences Sun protection Extra skincare benefits The bottom line While particularly relevant during the summer, sunscreen is a vital part of my skincare routine all year round—especially tinted sunscreens, which help even out discoloration and can often take the place of thicker foundations that look cakey and don’t protect my skin! Until recently, I’ve been a die-hard fan of...