When it comes to getting a boost from parks, not all experiences of nature are the same. New research shows wildness is key.

"Prehabilitation" not only helps patients get physically and mentally ready for surgery, it also can reduce costs and get them home more quickly.

A survey of almost 10,000 veterans shows that health concerns rank highest among worries for vets transitioning back to civilian life.

There's a connection between brief feelings of non-romantic love and better psychological well-being, researchers say.

Age may be an asset for people with type 2 diabetes. A new study shows younger patients feel more stressed about the diagnosis, leading to worse health.

Exercise is good at preventing and treating many forms of heart disease. A new initiative wants to show it can benefit people with and beyond cancer, too.

Thirty years after a parent-child social bonding program, the children of the participants are more likely to be living a "good life."

More than 1.5 million people go to federal and state prisons each year, and about 700,000 get out. Here's what they need for successful reentry.

People with physical disabilities may struggle with low self-confidence, social isolation, and lack of independence. Service dogs can ease some of that.

Money doesn't matter as much as things like freedom, fairness, and social support for future well-being, report researchers.