Postpartum depression isn’t just something new moms can struggle with — studies show new dads can also be affected. In the United States, about 1 in 7 women experiences postpartum depression — but more awareness is being brought to men, who can also experience the mental health condition associated with intense …
Read More »How a regular ultrasound to check on her pregnancy revealed a big health issue
Allison Misconin was told that the ovarian cyst spotted early in her pregnancy was normal — but during her 20-week ultrasound, her doctor labeled the mass as “suspicious.” She was told her next stop should be an oncologist’s office. The 28-year-old, who was already versed in the world of cancer …
Read More »Your guide to preventative health screenings you should get in your 60s
Preventative care and screenings are important steps you can take for your health at any age. When you reach your 60s, health experts have some additional recommendations to help reduce your risk of illness and detect diseases early for the best odds of successful treatment. CBS News HealthWatch has compiled a …
Read More »Study finds racial disparities in online patient portal responses
Have you ever sent your doctor a question through an online patient portal? The type of response you get may differ depending on your race, a recent study suggests. For the study, published in JAMA Network Open Monday, researchers examined patient portal message responses from more than 39,000 patients at Boston …
Read More »How many calories should I burn a day? Your calorie questions, answered by experts.
Calories can be confusing — but they don’t have to be. From consuming them to burning them, we got expert answers to your most-searched questions about calories and what they mean for our weight and well-being. First, what is a calorie? This refers to the amount of energy you get …
Read More »Toxic chemicals in firefighter gear could be contributing to rising cancer cases
Boston firefighter Daniel Ranahan had heard about colleagues getting cancer but he was stunned when doctors discovered a large tumor in his chest. He was only 30 and had been in the Boston Fire Department less than a decade. But as he investigated his diagnosis of Hodgkin’s lymphoma in October …
Read More »More than a third of Americans have a “sleep divorce,” survey finds
More than a third of Americans say they occasionally or consistently sleep in another room from their partner, according to a survey from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. The practice of sleeping separately known as a “sleep divorce,” and is meant to help you fall asleep and stay asleep without …
Read More »Gut health: At what point does bloating go from “normal” to concerning?
Bloating, that uncomfortable sensation when your belly feels full and tight — we’ve all been there. While this is a common symptom that occurs after eating certain foods, and is often due to gas, for some people it can be a more frequent occurrence. There are also instances where it …
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