The birth rate went up in 2024 after a historic drop, driven by moms over 40
The US birth rate increased by 1% in 2024, with moms in their 30s and early 40s having more…
Stroke patients have high levels of microplastics in the plaque clogging their arteries, researchers find
Nanoplastic particles from carotid-artery plaque, with a measurement key at the bottom in nanometers. Tiny, microscopic bits of plastic…
I was terrified to lose my hair during chemo, but it brought out the best in my kids
The author’s kids encouraged her not to wear a wig while going through cancer treatment. In January 2023, I…
I grew up in a family of 10. My siblings and I had household responsibilities, and I’m raising my kids to be independent, too.
The author (not pictured) grew up in a large family. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with…
I changed my last name when I married. I’ve been divorced for 16 years and am still trying to change it back.
When I was younger, I did a bunch of things that some might call dumb. I also did one…
I can’t wait to turn 50. Shifting my mindset has helped me to not fear aging like I once did.
The author is turning 50 soon. I grew up alongside the internet, coming of age as LiveJournal, webcams, and…
When my husband wanted to retire early, I agreed to do the same. But I hated retirement life, so I went back to work.
The author, not pictured, struggled with early retirement. I recently watched a webinar and was ready to push the…
I used to hate slow walkers. Then I got sick and I became one of them.
The author (not pictured) was diagnosed with a cardiac issue and could not raise her heartbeat. I’ve always been…
I tried — and failed — to lose weight many times. My wife suggested that we do a couples challenge and we put $5,000 on the line for the winner.
After years of yo-yo dieting, a challenge with my wife (not pictured) proved to be the push I needed…
George Clooney says he and Amal Clooney ‘still haven’t’ argued even after 10 years of marriage
George Clooney says he hasn’t argued with his wife, Amal Clooney, since they got married a decade ago. It’s…