Tag: Healthy Living

Why is norovirus, also known as the “stomach bug,” so contagious? Is there any way to avoid it? University of Rochester Medicine infectious disease experts explain the most important steps to help ...

If you struggle to manage your weight in winter, you’re not alone. UR Medicine experts explain why winter weight loss can feel more challenging — and what you can do to stay healthy through the ...

Is your child's food allergy forever? Here's what science says about which allergies kids most often outgrow—and why.

Perimenopause and menopause are not the same thing. Find out the differences, evidence-backed solutions to symptoms, and current research on perimenopause.

When your hand starts to tingle or go numb, it's natural to assume that carpal tunnel is to blame. But it could be cubital tunnel instead, and a misdiagnosis could lead to nerve damage and other ...

Find out the top five most-searched questions of 2025, along with the evidence-backed answers from our experts.

When life gets busy, it's easy to forget a daily medication now and then. But if it happens too often, it can affect how well your treatment works. Taking your medication is about building reliable ...

Sledding is one of the most common causes of cold-weather injuries. Remember these physician-recommended ways to make sledding and other activities safe for your children this winter season.

Between busier schedules, elaborate meals, family dynamics, and shorter days, it's easy to get overwhelmed. Our experts share simple tips on how to balance mental and physical health during the ...

Preventing cancer isn't always possible because finding a direct cause can be difficult. But researchers have found one important thing that makes a difference: nutrition.