To breathe easier, you might just need to laugh it off. More than 35 million Americans live with a chronic respiratory disease, making it harder to meet the demands of everyday life. Simple daily activities like walking, bathing and dressing can feel like breathing through a straw because of shortness of breath. Tiredness and lack … Read more
Tennis tastemakers are raising a stink. US Open attendees are making a viral racket online, claiming the unmistakable stench of “human waste” is funking up their championship experience at Arthur Ashe Stadium. “When it smells like human waste and the US Open has known about it for days, yet continues to allow people to sit in Section … Read more
I was a sick kid — I’m talking genuinely, chronically ill. Mysterious symptoms kept me home from school and bouncing between specialists who spent most of my childhood trying — and failing — to figure out what was wrong. My mother, a lifelong fan of all things woo-woo, did what any desperate parent does: She … Read more
Eau, eau, eau, Eau-zempic! You’ve heard of “Ozempic butt,” “Ozempic fingers,” “Ozempic mouth” and “Ozempic teeth” — now, there’s a new term to add to the GLP-1 lexicon: “Ozempic breath.” Bad breath is a common side effect of GLP-1 diabetes and weight loss drugs like Ozempic because they slow digestion, causing food to linger and … Read more
Heart racing, palms sweating and breath quickening? You’re not alone. Stress and anxiety may be part of modern life, but for millions of Americans, these occasional mood killers have become daily struggles — and it’s not just younger generations feeling the pressure. Gallup’s 2025 Global Emotions Report found that nearly half of US adults feel … Read more
Where there’s fire … there’s smoke. An 87-year-old man went to the emergency room for shortness of breath after inhaling thick smoke from a forest fire over several hours. What came next was something out of a sci-fi movie: thick, black, branch-like plugs were observed in the unidentified patient’s windpipe and lungs. An elderly man … Read more
We’ve all been there: A moment of stress hits or boredom sets in, and suddenly the chip bag is empty and the pint of ice cream is gone. Almost everyone overeats on occasion. For some, however, these episodes of binging come with a sense of losing control, often followed by feelings of guilt and shame. … Read more
DEAR ABBY: I’m an ophthalmologist, a physician who specializes in medical and surgical eye care, and I’m hoping you can help me debunk a common myth about eye health. Many assume eye disease happens only to older adults. While age does increase the risk of developing certain vision-threatening diseases, such as age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma … Read more
We’ve come a long way since the “Radio Nurse.” Back in 1937, the world’s first electronic baby monitor allowed parents to listen in on what was happening in their child’s nursery from another room. Fast-forward nearly a century, and it’s not just about listening anymore. A wave of high-tech baby wearables has flooded the market … Read more
One source of Christmas joy may make some feel not so holly and jolly. If you decorate your home for the holidays every year, but feel downright awful as soon as the tree goes up, you could be dealing with “Christmas tree syndrome.” But despite the delightful name, you could feel like the Grinch. While … Read more
A quick and easy breath test could mean new hope in the early detection of pancreatic cancer, and medical experts say it could be the biggest breakthrough in the fight against the deadly disease in half a century. The novel device is currently undergoing a large-scale clinical trial in the UK — known as the … Read more
You don’t have to be a billionaire to biohack your way to a longer life. “The most powerful biohacks are free and they dramatically outperform supplements and gadgets,” Gary Brecka, a human biologist and longevity expert, told The Post. He would know. The 55-year-old claims that simple lifestyle tweaks have helped him reverse his biological … Read more
While the merits of making your bed are many, science may support leaving it a mess. For years, experts have maintained that the morning ritual can help you sleep better, have more sex, boost productivity and reduce anxiety. However, research suggests that an unmade bed might help you avoid one major nightmarish health concern. The … Read more
Let it out — your exasperation could have an upside. There are lots of things that make us sigh — we’re exhausted, we’re irritated, we want to make a point without saying a thing. And while the reasons may not be associated with positive feelings, new research shows the result could offer a bit of a … Read more
Get a breath of this not-so-fresh air. Japanese and US researchers have developed a groundbreaking treatment for people who can’t breathe through their lungs — by delivering oxygen where the sun doesn’t shine. Results from the first human clinical trial testing the so-called “butt breathing” technique suggest that it’s safe and well-tolerated, pushing the cheeky … Read more
She set out to conquer the world’s highest peak — and nearly didn’t make it back. Bianca Adler was left gasping for air after spending nearly four days in Mount Everest’s notorious “Death Zone,” an icy, treacherous stretch so high up, there’s barely enough oxygen to survive for even short periods of time. “I feel … Read more
The wife of Broncos quarterback Bo Nix was on edge while watching the team’s historic 33-32 comeback win over the Giants on Sunday. The Broncos erased three shutout quarters with 33 points in the fourth behind four touchdowns from Nix to secure the win at Empower Field at Mile High. “My eyes may or may … Read more
Get a whiff of this nightmare. A young woman struggled for years to breathe freely after becoming hooked on a popular over-the-counter nasal spray — making it nearly impossible to quit. “I could not breathe without Afrin,” TikTok user @scaredandsobbing said in a viral clip with over 4 million views. “I was addicted to it … Read more
The secret to calm? Your nose knows. Much has been made about how meditation and breathing exercises can reduce stress, but there’s an easy nostril exercise that proponents say can calm you down in a matter of minutes. Marcela Christjansen, a yoga teacher and wellness expert at Bay Club, told The Post that the simple, ancient … Read more
Roughly 39 million Americans suffer from a condition that can mean major health problems down the line — but many have no idea they’ve got it. Despite the soaring numbers, experts say 85% to 90% don’t realize it’s an issue, and one population in particular is dangerously underdiagnosed. A doctor broke down the basics of the … Read more