First Aid & Health Basics

Why yawning is contagious, what causes hiccups, and other miscellaneous body trivia.

A new season brings new insurance decisions, new sports teams—and newly sprained ankles. Keep costs under control with these tips from experts.

This pantry staple has plenty of uses outside the kitchen.

Whether you’ve got an old acne scar or a new stretch mark, there are ways to make a scar less noticeable. Here’s how.

Imagine: you’re walking down the aisle of a 747 en route to (enter dream destination here), lugging a carry-on along with a bag full of your in-flight necessities. Ever wonder about the germs that are fellow passengers on that plane? Well, now that you are (sorry!), here’s what microbiologist Charles Gerba thinks you should know.

Don’t text and…walk? That’s right. Ten small behavior tweaks 
to keep you healthy and intact (and out of the ER).

We know, we know. You’re not supposed to scratch—but your brain is telling you otherwise.

We got to the bottom of the hype.

Want to keep 
your eyes in great shape for 
years to come? These everyday habits will help you see a clear future.

You might want to think twice before ordering that latte.