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Michigan mom: ‘I had a stroke at 39 — and the warning signs weren’t what you’d expect’

After having a stroke at 39, mom Jenna Gibson of Michigan is aiming to boost awareness about the risk young women face. She and a neurologist share what to look for and how to take life-saving action.

Feeding peanuts to babies could prevent allergies through the teen years, study finds

Feeding peanut butter to babies — starting during infancy and continuing until age 5 — has shown to be effective in reducing allergies into adolescence, according to a new study.

For a better night's sleep, try eating more of these foods, researchers say

Eating more fruits and vegetables can help regulate sleep, a new study found. Researcher Timo Partonen and dietitian Erin Palinski-Wade discussed the link between certain foods and better rest.

Farmers market food-shopping secrets in 5 key categories: 'Get the best quality'

Nutritionists and dietitians shared tips to use at the farmers market for selecting the best and most delicious food offerings — everything from fruit to fish.

Nurses speak out: 'What I wish I'd known before entering the profession'

Amid the ongoing challenges faced by today’s nurses, six people who have worked in nursing shared what they wish they’d known before they decided to enter the field.

Hamburger vs. hot dog: Which is healthier for you? Experts chime in

Are hamburgers and hot dogs "bad" for you? Nutrition experts weigh in to settle the food debate about these classic American dishes that are summer grilling staples.

Fish oil supplements linked to greater first-time heart attack risk in study: ‘Not universally good or bad'

Taking fish oil supplements could raise the risk of heart attack and stroke, a new study suggests. A cardiologist and two dietitians discuss the potential effects.

8 of the biggest health stories from this week in case you missed them

With a week ahead already beckoning, check out some of the top recent stories in Health that you may have missed, or have been meaning to check out — here are 8 key developments.

Mobile medical clinics bring health care directly to homeless veterans in 25 cities

Over 35,000 veterans in the U.S. are homeless; health care is not always their top priority. The U.S. Dept. of Veterans Affairs aims to bridge that gap by bringing medical care to homeless vets.

ADHD affects 1 in 9 kids in US, new report reveals: ‘Shame and stigma’

Diagnoses of ADHD continue to rise among U.S. youth, affecting one in every nine U.S. kids, a new report reveals. Mental health experts explain the reasons behind the spike.