Q: A lot of my friends find amusement in things that I personally consider offensive -- TV shows, movies, jokes, etc. I want our family to enjoy the lighter side of life and encourage laughter in our ...

You’ve likely heard a lot about personality types (Type A, Type B) and personality traits (extrovert, introvert and even ...

BUFFALO, N.Y. – Colorectal cancer (CRC) is no laughing matter. It’s the second-leading cause of cancer deaths globally, according to the World Health Organization. But new research led by the ...

For many years, the Red Nose Docs of the nonprofit Healthy Humor have given children in fifteen hospitals a massive dose of the healing power of laughter and light. Founded in 2016, Healthy Humor was ...

In my last post, I described a study that found a link between unhealthy (or maladaptive) humor styles and depression. The study also showed that this relationship has a likely genetic basis. While ...

Doctor’s comedy highlights health fair by Geisinger Health System at Ramada Inn. Dr. Brad Nieder signs copies of his book ‘Humor Me’ that helps spread his message that ‘Laughter is the best Medicine’ ...

Dear Carol: Is it wrong for a caregiver to laugh at situations that occur when someone is living with dementia? My grandma has Alzheimer’s. She’s always been sweet and caring but now there are times ...

Bob Hope and George Burns lived to be 100 years old. Phyllis Diller died at age 97. Jackie Mason (82), Joan Rivers (80), Mel Brooks (87), Don Rickles (87), and Carl Reiner (91) are all alive and ...