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What are the real benefits of spending time in nature? Two medical experts explain why more doctors are prescribing nature to patients and the health benefits that come with being outside.
Minnesota hospitals want Blue Cross probed over claim denials
The state's hospital association called on the Minnesota attorney general and two state agencies to review what it describes as the insurer's refusal to pay for "medically necessary services."
A Beautiful World: 'Our Symphony with Animals'
"When we save animals, we save ourselves" according to Dr. Aysha Antar and her new book 'Our Symphony With Animals: On Health, Empathy, and Our Shared Destinies.'
Caregiving for a loved one? How to get the help you need
Your friends want to help you out when there's a family health crisis. But it can be overwhelming to manage the offers of support. Here's advice to help friends help you.
Science might explain weird, emotional behavior on airplanes
The reason some passengers weep uncontrollably or order strange beverages in the sky might be related to high levels of noise and low air pressure in the cabin.
Mixing alcohol and sun? You may be at greater risk for sunburn
Drinking alcohol is linked to an increased risk of skin cancer. Part of the risk may be explained by the direct effect that alcohol has on antioxidant levels in the skin, which can hasten a sunburn.
Simple ways to prevent falls among older adults
More older adults are dying from falls today than they did 20 years ago. But there are simple steps you can take to improve balance, vision and alertness -- and keep from falling.