Cold stress goes deeper than frostbite. For lone workers, prolonged exposure can impair physical and cognitive performance—creating hidden safety risks when no one is there to help. The occupational ...

Ice baths are having a moment. From the rise of cold-plunge clubs in Singapore to communal dips across Europe, Australia and the US, what was once the territory of elite athletes and Nordic winter ...

Cold-water exposure is hot right now. From influencers touting the mental-health benefits of cold showers to professional athletes swearing by ice baths for recovery, it's become a bonafide wellness ...

A rare condition means ice cubes, cold drinks and winter air can all trigger hives, swelling and even anaphylaxis.

Cold plunging looks extreme from the outside, but its effects are far more nuanced than shock value or toughness. In just one minute of cold exposure, the body initiates a cascade of neurological, ...

We dive into the pros and cons of cold plunging to see whether this popular wellness trend really is worth the chill. Cold plunging at the gym or having a chilly shower at home has become a popular ...

During the winter, you may struggle to feel warm no matter how much you bundle up. But some people actually break out in hives when exposed to cold, whether they’re outdoors in the winter, walking ...