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Health insurance premiums continue to rise, with average marketplace premiums jumping by an average of 21.7% and employer-sponsored plans rising 6%-7%. The average annual family premium for employer coverage now tops $25,500.

But what you pay for health insurance varies with location. The finance company WalletHub analyzed average premiums in...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: My sister died about a month ago. We were very close, and I was with her when she died of a brief but serious illness. The day after, I felt completely unbalanced. I had brain fog and nausea, which comes and goes, as well as extreme exhaustion and tinnitus. I saw my general physician and asked for a full blood test, which came ...Read more

It sounds about right: Multiple studies show that most folks regret what they failed to do more than what they did. Well, here's your chance to make sure you don't regret failing to limit your kids' sugar intake.

Researchers analyzed data on more than 25,000 young participants in GUTS (Growing Up Today Study), who filled out questionnaires ...Read more

Parkinson's disease is a degenerative neurological disorder that affects movement and balance. While there is no known cure for Parkinson's disease, various treatments, including homeopathy, can help manage its symptoms. Homeopathy is a holistic approach to healthcare that uses highly diluted natural substances to stimulate the body's healing...Read more

Around a quarter of Americans say they never drink coffee, and about 26 million drink decaf every day. That means tens of millions of folks may think they're missing out on coffee's amazing anti-inflammatory and anti-aging benefits. Those include protecting cells (especially liver cells) from stress and damage, boosting heart health and even ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I was reading your recent column about shingles. Several years ago, I contracted shingles, even after getting the shingles vaccine. It hit me in my left eye, so I went to my eye doctor. (I wasn't sure what the problem was.) He took one look at my eye and diagnosed me with shingles.

He gave me an antibiotic that cleared up the ...Read more

Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic autoimmune disorder that affects the central nervous system. It is characterized by a range of symptoms, including muscle weakness, tremors, numbness or tingling, and problems with coordination and balance. Although there is no known cure for MS, homeopathy is a complementary therapy that may help manage ...Read more

More than 61 million U.S. adults age 50 and older attend movies. Almost 70% participate in clubs and organizations and another 30% attend church weekly -- or almost every week. Those social connections are essential for both emotional and physical well-being.

But did you know that they could also make your ActualAge three (or more) years ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I'm a 74-year-old male who's in otherwise excellent health. However, I have severe arthritis in my knees to the point where it keeps me up at night. I keep reading about this treatment called GAE (genicular artery embolization), and since I only have about a good 10 years or so left on this planet, I wanted to know your ...Read more

Fibromyalgia is a chronic pain disorder that affects millions of people worldwide. It is characterized by widespread pain, fatigue, and other symptoms that can significantly impact a person's quality of life. While conventional treatments for fibromyalgia include medications, physical therapy, and lifestyle changes, some people with ...Read more

Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS), also known as myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME), is a complex disorder characterized by extreme fatigue that doesn't improve with rest. Other symptoms may include muscle pain, cognitive problems, and sleep disturbances. While there is no cure for CFS, some people with the condition turn to alternative therapies ...Read more

Homeopathy is a holistic approach to healing that aims to stimulate the body's natural healing mechanisms. Although there is no cure for HIV/AIDS, many people turn to homeopathy to help manage symptoms and improve their overall quality of life. Here are some homeopathic remedies that may be helpful for people living with HIV/AIDS:• ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I had a preemployment physical for my current position as a firefighter/EMT back in January. I had another preemployment physical for a new position with the fire department last month, and both physicians suggested a statin based on my high cholesterol. Both tests had similar results; my cholesterol was 272 mg/dL, my HDL was ...Read more

The fire season is a-blazing. With it comes repeated warnings about the damage that toxic particles -- micro-fine and larger -- floating in the air can do to everyone's overall health. That's because the smoky pollution increases the risk of acute problems (heart attacks, trouble breathing, fatigue, headaches, congestion) and development of long...Read more

Homeopathy, a form of alternative medicine, is often used to complement traditional cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation therapy. While it cannot cure cancer, it can help manage symptoms and side effects of cancer treatment, improve the quality of life, and support the immune system. Here is a list of some common homeopathic ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I'm a physically active 75-year-old man. I'm taking atorvastatin, losartan and amlodipine. During my annual physical in January 2025, my physician noticed a heart murmur. I had an echocardiogram done in February 2025 that showed a dilated proximal ascending aorta, measuring at 4.1 centimeters. It was 3.9 centimeters in January ...Read more