The ZocDoc Blog


Recent Wellness Posts

You And Your Dog: A Psychological Match?

We've all noticed dogs and owners who appear to be cut from the same cloth. But did you know that our personalities are often reflected in the breed of dog we choose?

Jog, Take It Easy & Live Longer

Losing interest in that New Year's resolution to jog a couple times a week? This should help motivate you - jogging can add up to six years to your life!

How To Feel Happier While Getting Less Done

Are you a multitasker? While the blackberry-ninjas among us may beg to differ, multitasking is often counterproductive. In fact, studies indicate that it typically trades efficiency for sub-par results. But new research seems to show that multitasking, despite its faults, actually makes us feel good.

Is Laughter The Best Medicine… For Infertility?

In honor of this month's “Laugh-off Contest,” we're going to try something new with a little word association game. We'll give you with the name of a famous clown, and you tell us the first word that comes to mind. Ready? OK! Here we go:

Can Lifting Weights Fight Dementia?

How do you have fun with your grandma? Maybe you play cards or bake cookies? That's awesome, but consider taking her to the gym and pumping some iron.

Enormous MP3 Collections Can Lead To Distracted Driving

Last month, we here at ZocDoc had a great time celebrating the incredible health benefits of music. From relaxing surgery patients to re-opening brain pathways, music has a vast array of amazing, one-of-a-kind powers! However, with great power comes great responsibility, particularly behind the wheel.

The Secret To A Healthy Tan: Carrots

Want to get that summer glow without risking your skin health? Forget lying out in the summer sun, and reach for D. Carota instead.

Is Kindness In Our DNA?

Have you ever felt like niceness was in your genes? It might be.

Trouble With Acne? Give It Thyme.

Pardon the pun, but a recent study of thyme's acne-fighting properties could change the face of skin care.

Washington DC: Top 7 Healthiest Ways To Spend Your Saturday

Since October of 2009, ZocDoc has been improving healthcare access for residents of our nation's capitol. Now who's ready to test their mettle with our toughest Healthiest Day Challenge yet?
123451020...