The Institute's Guide to Better Health

Twenty-five years after the September 11 terrorist attacks, the health consequences of what happened at Ground Zero are still unfolding. Among the earliest warning signs was a persistent respiratory condition that became known as “World Trade Center cough.” Within weeks of the attacks, first responders began reporting persistent coughing, shortness of breath and other respiratory symptoms after breathing the dust and smoke that blanketed Lower Manhattan. As ABC News reports o

Researchers found that limiting social media use reduced loneliness among young people experiencing anxiety and depression.

From deli meats to packaged snacks, preservatives are everywhere. A new study suggests they may be doing more than keeping food fresh—they could also be linked to higher risks of high blood pressure and heart disease.

A nearly 20-year study of more than 143,000 adults found that regular strength training was linked to a significantly lower risk of type 2 diabetes—especially when combined with cardio and less sitting.

Spending your evenings under bright lights could do more than disrupt your sleep. New research suggests it may also increase your risk of common age-related eye diseases.

The massive seaweed blooms affecting Florida beaches may do more than ruin a beach day — they can also impact your breathing, skin, and more.