Korin Miller
Korin Miller is a writer specializing in general wellness and lifestyle trends, with work appearing in Women’s Health, Self, Forbes and more. She has a master’s degree from American University and an undergraduate degree from The College of William & Mary. When Korin is not writing, she can be found chasing her four kids around.
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Preteen suicide rates are rising 8% a year, study finds. Here's which groups are seeing the biggest increases — and what parents can do.
What new research shows about suicide rates among preteens and other young people, and what signs parents should look for.
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'Top Chef' alum Shirley Chung was diagnosed with tongue cancer — and 'a series of dental issues' were her first clue something was wrong
What to. know about the rare disease as Chung shares why she's fighting to "keep my tongue."
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Monday was the hottest day ever on Earth. Here are the heat illness symptoms you should watch for.
What's the difference between heat exhaustion and heat stroke — and how can you prevent them? Experts share how to stay safe during extreme heat.
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Fruit intake may help with depression, study finds. But eating it isn't a mental health magic bullet.
Researchers found that eating fruit in midlife reduced signs of depression in old age, whereas eating vegetables did not.
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Most people taking GLP-1s like Ozempic are white women — plus 4 other takeaways from a new study
A new report has some interesting findings on who, exactly, is taking popular GLP-1 drugs like Ozempic and how it's impacting access.
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Doing quick, easy exercises at night — even while watching TV — can help you sleep better, new study finds
A new study finds that doing some light activity in the evening, rather than just sitting, can help people sleep 30 minutes longer.
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Window falls are highest in July. Here are 8 tips for staying safe.
Window falls — which can happen at home, while visiting family or while traveling — can cause serious injuries. They can also be prevented.
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Biden's health is making headlines. Here's a guide to cognitive tests, age-related decline and more medical terms, defined by experts.
To help navigate headlines about Biden and his health, we've compiled a guide to terms being used and what they mean, defined by experts and put into context.
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The summer COVID wave is here. Should you mask up?
Given the big uptick in COVID-19 cases, questions about masking are surfacing right now. Here's what doctors recommend, including whether you can keep using your old masks.
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'Dry drowning' isn't a real medical term. Using it is fearmongering, doctors say.
"Dry drowning" isn't a legitimate medical term, but warnings about it are all over the internet. Here's what you need to know.
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Semaglutide is linked to a rare eye condition that can cause blindness. Don't be alarmed, doctors say.
A new study links the popular weight-loss medication with a serious eye condition. Here's what you need to know.
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Ultra-processed foods are linked with higher risk of death, new study finds. Here’s why nutritionists say they can still fit into a healthy diet.
Eating high amounts of ultra-processed foods is linked to an increased risk of death. But it's not all bad news. Here's why.
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Are you taking a multivitamin? New research says it's not helping you live longer — but your supplements may still have benefits.
A new study finds that "multivitamin use was not associated with a mortality benefit." Here's what experts say.
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Gun violence is a public health crisis, the U.S. surgeon general warns. Why don't more doctors talk to their patients about gun safety?
One expert recommends having a "thoughtful conversation" about gun safety instead of taking the approach "that guns are bad and we shouldn't have them."
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Extreme heat means nights are getting warmer — and it's bad for your sleep
Here’s how extreme heat affects sleep — and how to cool down at bedtime.
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Want to live a longer, healthier life? New research sheds light on the lifestyle factors that matter.
What a new study teaches us about longevity — and how you can live a longer life.
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Cervical cancer screening rates are dropping. Here's why that's an issue.
Doctors point to pandemic disruptions and "confusing" guidelines over when women should get a Pap test.
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Fewer than 1 in 5 eligible Americans are getting recommended lung cancer screenings. Here's why.
Experts break down who needs a lung cancer screening, what it involves and why many people aren't having them done.
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Mosquitoes, bees, ticks and more: How to treat bites and stings — and avoid bugs this summer
You’re not imagining things — bugs, including ones that bite, are more active in the summer. Here’s how to identify bug bites, treat them and keep bugs away.
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An FDA panel just rejected using MDMA to treat PTSD. Here are 5 things to know about the psychedelic drug.
MDMA, also known as ecstasy, is seen by some experts as a potential breakthrough treatment for PTSD, a mental health condition that’s difficult to treat.