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 ...

Researchers at Aberystwyth University found that humor plays a much deeper role in older adults' lives than most people ...

We want work to be fun. And not just for fun’s sake—many people do their best work when they’re relaxed and feeling good. Humor can contribute to this vibe; laughter builds a sense of camaraderie ...

For many older people, humor can be a lifeline. It's not easy to discuss the challenges of aging—from loneliness and the loss of a loved one to dealing with chronic pain. But laughter can be an ...

Anti-aging methods are getting increasingly outrageous. Off the top of my head, we’ve got adults injecting themselves with the blood of teenagers, surfing eBay for bottled breast milk and ingesting ...

Do you have that one friend who says the most absurd dark joke at the dinner table and leaves everyone stunned? If not, sorry to break it to you, but you might be that person. Some people just love ...

The internet has no shortage of people who know how to make others laugh, and one place where that talent tends to shine ...

Professor Peter McGraw and writer Joel Warner have teamed up to explore the science of humor on a global expedition. The Humor Code chronicles their adventures, scientific experiments and ...

Life comes with its fair share of turmoils. Whether it’s stress, burnout, or just one of those off days, many of us rely on small daily rituals to stay grounded—long walks, hot showers, sunny spring ...

Humor plays a vital role in helping older adults cope with the challenges of aging and staying socially connected, according to new research.