Health

13 “Healthy” Habits That Are Actually Bad for You

13 “Healthy” Habits That Are Actually Bad for You

These popular wellness routines may seem beneficial, but they could be doing more harm than good.

15 Powerful Ways Nurses Have Changed the World—In Honor of Florence Nightingale’s Birthday

15 Powerful Ways Nurses Have Changed the World—In Honor of Florence Nightingale’s Birthday

Through leadership, research, and frontline service, nurses have shaped global health, improved patient care, and changed medical systems.

15 Home Remedies Your Parents Swore By

15 Home Remedies Your Parents Swore By

Old-school remedies from your parents’ medicine cabinet still pack a punch—and here’s why they deserve a comeback.

13 Of The Oddest Things People Believed About Health in the ’50s

13 Of The Oddest Things People Believed About Health in the ’50s

Back in the day, folks really believed in doctors, ads, and even the gossip about what was good or bad for them. These old ideas really highlight how much our view on health has evolved over the years.

12 Ridiculous Medical Treatments People Actually Tried in the Past

12 Ridiculous Medical Treatments People Actually Tried in the Past

People once believed that everything from leeches to crushed mummies could cure diseases, and yes, it’s as wild as it sounds.

16 Strange Ways People Used to Cure the Common Cold

16 Strange Ways People Used to Cure the Common Cold

Before tissues and cough drops, people fought the common cold with some seriously strange ideas—and a lot of hope.