Health & Wellness

Armpit pain can be caused by many issues, from muscle strains to swollen lymph nodes. Here are possible causes of underarm pain and when to see a doctor.

Outbreaks are often seen on cruise ships, in congregate living situations like nursing homes and jails, as well as schools and other places where people are close together.

Most people think of physical therapy as rehabilitation. But many physical therapists want the profession to be seen as preventive medicine. Think of a physical therapist the way you do a dentist. You go regularly and get checked out even if you’re not having a problem. You could have an exam that would include your health history and current health...

Keep the following tips in mind when engaging in outdoor and activities to ensure your summer remains safe and enjoyable.

Health officials have raised concerns about the possibility of a “silent” surge of COVID-19 this winter.

There’s a saying that breakfast is the most important meal of day. But where do longevity experts stand on the matter? Opinions vary more than you’d think.

Aetna, ConnectiCare and Harvard Pilgrim have the highest denial rates among individual health insurance policies sold through Access Health Exchange. A review of 2023 data from the state’s Insurance Department found the three companies deny claims at rates above the statewide average for both HMO and indemnity plans. Aetna had the highest denial rates for HMO plans, at 39.4%, followed…

There has been a renewed focus on how often health insurance companies deny claims for coverage in Connecticut. Data shows it’s a common occurrence in the state.

The U.S. has recorded over 32,000 whooping cough cases this year, compared with around 5,100 as of mid-December last year. Infants are most vulnerable to the bacterial infection.

The director of Yale Cancer Center explains how inflammation impacts the body and what it could mean for developing serious diseases.

Cervical cancer deaths are dropping among younger women and the HPV vaccine may be why, a new study shows. Dr. Elena Ratner with Smillow Cancer Hospital talks about it.

What does “healthy” mean? New guidelines for food labels focus on what we should eat, instead of what we shouldn’t.

Getting a walk in every day is key to good health and an app called WeWard will pay you to hit that step count. “On average people walk 25% more,” founder says.

This week’s big headline: thousands of people living in Connecticut will soon have their medical debt forgiven. But most residents aren’t in that boat. So what do you do if you get an unexpected medical bill?

Researchers who found that obesity dipped for the first time in more than a decade suggested that weight loss drugs like Ozempic might play a role.

Doctor explains what you need to know about what is informally referred to as “brain fog.”

The report, from an advisory committee to the USDA, also suggests encouraging people to reduce their intake of sugary drinks and sodium and eat more whole grains.

Getting results for an MRI or CT scan is taking a little bit longer than expected.

If you need an MRI, CT scan or an ultrasound, it may take some time to get your results. Some patients who go to Jefferson Radiology are waiting longer than they would like to get their medical imaging results. We spoke with Barbara Barry, a relative of one of our employees, who experienced these delays. “It took three weeks for…

Americans should eat more beans, peas and lentils and cut back on red and processed meats and starchy vegetables, all while continuing to limit added sugars, sodium and saturated fat.

A U.S. health panel says women should have the option of taking their own test samples for cervical cancer screening.