The start-up Function will send practically anyone to a lab for extensive medical testing, no physical required. Is that a good thing? By Kristen V. Brown As Kimberly Crisp approached middle age, ...

If it feels like everyone is getting the flu, you're not imagining it. This is shaping up to be another severe flu season. That's why it's important to take advantage of every tool we have to keep the ...

Jessica is a writer, editor and media professional who has spent her career working with some of the most influential names in media. Prior to joining Forbes Health, Jessica was the manager of ...

Exclusive: Scientists find a way to forecast hypertrophic cardiomyopathy, which affects millions worldwide Scientists are developing a simple blood test to predict who is most at risk from the world’s ...

Experts say gait speed, grip strength, balance, and endurance are some of the strongest predictors of long-term independence. Here’s how to check them yourself—and what the results mean. Balancing on ...

The CDC counts at least 7.5 million illnesses so far this season As flu season continues to rise across the United States this holiday season, it may be worth considering an at-home test for the ...

Objective To evaluate systematic reviews of randomised controlled trials (RCTs) on the effects of exercise on general cognition, memory and executive function across all populations and ages. Methods ...

Drivers over the age of 70 will have to have their vision checked every three years, under plans to reform driving laws in Britain. The changes are part of the government's new road safety strategy, ...