Amy McGorry

HEALTH 1 day ago

For cold and flu treatments, do you need a prescription or are over-the-counter meds good enough?

There are many options to alleviate cold and flu symptoms, including over-the-counter (OTC) and prescription medications — and it’s important to know the difference.

HEALTH 3 days ago

These holiday decorations and treats could pose a threat to pets, veterinarians warn

Christmas trees, lights and other holiday decorations can also pose a risk to your pets, according to the American Veterinary Medical Association. Several veterinarians shared tips on pet safety.

HEALTH 4 days ago

Experimental weight loss drug could help treat fatty liver disease in people with obesity, study finds

The experimental weight loss drug retatrutide could also help to improve liver health, a new study suggests. The findings came from a large clinical trialled by Virginia Commonwealth University.

HEALTH November 15

Older adult women caregivers have lower death rates than non-caregivers, study finds: ‘A sense of purpose’

Caregiving was associated with a lower risk of death in older women in the U.S., per a recent study published in the Journal of the American Geriatrics Society. Psychologists offer input.

HEALTH November 10

Does the flu increase the risk of heart attacks?

As flu season looms, the virus may not only leave you vulnerable to pneumonia, fever and aches, but it may also increase your risk of heart attack, according to several past studies.

BEAUTY AND SKIN October 30

Halloween candy is not a treat for aging skin, experts say: 'Can do a number' on us

The average American consumes 3.4 pounds of candy over Halloween, statistics show — but beyond affecting people’s weight, all that candy can also take a toll on the skin, experts warn.

HEALTH October 20

Mary Lou Retton's pneumonia: When does the infection become life-threatening? Experts share warning signs

As Olympic gymnast Mary Lou Retton remains in the ICU with life-threatening pneumonia, multiple infectious disease experts share warning signs and treatments.

HEALTH October 10

Drinking an extra cup of coffee per day could help with weight management, study finds

Drinking an extra cup of unsweetened coffee each day was associated with a reduced risk of gaining weight over a four-year period, a study found. Nutritionists weighed in with thoughts.

HEALTH October 6

The more people exercise, the lazier they are throughout the rest of the day, study suggests

The amount of time you spend following a structured exercise routine, the more likely you are to cut back on other physical daily activities, according to a recent study. Experts weigh in.

HEALTH October 2

Hangover cure: Some say this remedy is the secret to relieving symptoms

Some people claim that boosting electrolyte intake helps them hurdle hangovers. Fox News Digital spoke with experts to find out whether electrolyte supplementation really expedites recovery.