A 2026 scientific statement from the American Heart Association details nine key features of a heart-healthy diet that can help people protect their cardiovascular health.
Dealing with itchy, cracked skin between your toes? An over-the-counter antifungal and a few smart habits (hello, flip-flops) can usually clear athlete’s foot—but if it doesn’t budge in a few weeks, it’s time to call your doctor.
If you have lots of unusual moles, a family or personal history of skin cancer, certain genetic risks, or past blistering burns or tanning bed use, you’re in the 1 in 5 who should see a dermatologist every year for a full-body skin check.
A sunburn is more than just red, painful skin—it’s a sign that your skin cells have been damaged. The sooner you treat it, the better you can support healing and protect your skin long-term. From cool soaks and smart moisturizing to simple hydration tweaks, these quick tips can help calm the sting, speed recovery, and get your skin back on track.
If you avoid sunscreen because it clumps in your beard or mustache, switch to a lightweight gel and a handy sunscreen stick so you can protect your face—hair and all—without the white, sticky mess.
Sleeping 11 additional minutes, doing an extra five minutes of moderate-to-vigorous physical activity, and eating just a quarter-cup more of vegetables each day was linked to a 10% reduction in heart attacks, strokes, and other serious heart problems, according to a 2026 study.
All adults should get a lipoprotein(a) blood test at least once in their lifetime, according to the 2026 cholesterol guidelines. Also known as Lp(a), these fatty particles are similar to LDL (bad) cholesterol but more dangerous.
People who maintain or improve their heart-related risks over time are less likely to develop calcification of the aortic valve, which may lead to aortic stenosis.
Women who experience premature menopause (when menstrual periods end before age 40) have a 40% higher risk of heart attacks than women who experience menopause after age 40, according to a 2026 study.
People with higher levels of cardiorespiratory fitness were less likely to develop depression and dementia than those with low levels of cardiorespiratory fitness, according to a 2026 research review.