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2 weeks ago | health.com | Rena Goldman |Anita C. Chandrasekaran

PixelsEffect / Getty Images Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is an autoimmune disease that causes your body’s immune system to attack its own tissues. It causes inflammation in joints and other areas, which can lead to pain, stiffness, and decreased flexibility and mobility. Rheumatoid arthritis is the most common type of autoimmune-related arthritis. It’s estimated that about 1.3 million adults in the United States (0.6-1% of the adult population) have RA.

1 month ago | health.usnews.com | Kathleen Zelman |Rena Goldman

Why Trust U.S. NewsHow we rate OTC Medicines and Health Products900+brands evaluated354pharmacists surveyed122dermatologists surveyedSee our full methodologySee our full methodologyKey Takeaways Multivitamins can help bridge nutritional gaps, but they aren't a substitute for a balanced diet. Choose multivitamins that have undergone third-party testing because supplements have limited regulatory oversight. Experts recommend that most women take a daily multivitamin to help meet nutritional needs.

2 months ago | health.com | Rena Goldman

Maskot / Getty Images Bodies are all unique and come in many shapes and sizes. To help understand bodies, researchers and other healthcare experts classify bodies into three main types: ectomorph (long and lean), mesomorph (more muscular), and endomorph (more curves and greater body fat). The process of classifying a body type is called somatotyping.

2 months ago | health.usnews.com | Rena Goldman |Gretel Schueller

In 2000, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced that measles was eliminated in the United States. The disease became rare after a successful vaccination campaign in the 1960s. Getty ImagesIn 2025, however, cases have been reported in eight states across the U.S. Over 100 cases have been reported in Texas alone, including the first death since 2015. Because measles is so contagious, the Texas Department of State Health Services expects more cases to occur. Why the increase?

Jan 31, 2025 | health.com | Rena Goldman

Carlo107 / Getty Images Endometriosis occurs when tissue that lines the inside of the uterus (womb) grows outside the uterus. In the United States, more than 11% of people with a uterus who are ages 15-44 have the condition. Endometriosis is most common among people in their 30s and 40s. Knowing if you have endometriosis can help you find the right care for your symptoms and needs. For some people, that could mean managing the pain it causes.