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The current COVID-19 vaccine does not match the strain that's now becoming dominant in the US, which could lead to a rise in COVID-19 cases.

The verdicts in a case against Meta and another against Meta and Google have the potential to change how social media works - and it has little to do with financial penalties.

Keeping a tiny brain area called locus coeruleus functioning properly may stave off symptoms of Alzheimer's disease and keep the aging brain healthy ...

Feeling part of something larger than yourself may make it easier to cope with stress and uncertainty.

Parental involvement laws and the stigma of teen pregnancy create significant barriers for teenagers seeking abortions. These factors are pushing teens to obtain abortion pills online.

Finding ways to communicate effectively with men about vasectomies is key to persuading them to have the procedure.

Beginning Jan. 1, 2027, Philadelphia will require employers to provide reasonable accommodations to workers suffering from symptoms of hormonal cycles and changes.

As you get older, the muscles your body uses to chew can weaken, which may make enjoying holiday treats like Easter candy more difficult.

Policy and legal efforts aim to stop these malicious security breaches, but they are growing more common as hospitals adopt remote health care delivery and hackers adopt artificial intelligence.

The judge's decision is a win for public health, but the back-and-forth on vaccine policy may undermine the public's trust in science.