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A recent shortage of the antibiotic amoxicillin has some health experts concerned. Find out why, and learn more about how companies are addressing the shortage.

A new study shows promise for treating high cholesterol.

A new study suggests that older cancer survivors are at a higher risk of some types of fractures than older adults without a prior cancer diagnosis.

Dialysis doesn't cure kidney disease, but it can significantly extend your life expectancy. This treatment may not be for everyone, however.

While the thought of it being dark early after the end of DST can feel distressing, this is actually more in line with our circadian rhythms. Here's why.

While authorities have not yet released Aaron Carter's exact cause of death to the public, his brother, Nick, alluded to potential contributing factors.

The consumption of alcohol can come with a variety of risks. Now, researchers are looking to see if drinking can cause strokes earlier on in life.

Recently, the CDC changed its clinical practice guidelines for the prescription of opioids for pain. Here's everything you need to know about the update.

If you could know when you were going to die would you want to? A new study says smartphone data may one day make this a reality. Here's how.

Magic mushrooms may make you think of people taking drugs. However, a new study indicates their active ingredient may help those with hard-to-treat depression.

To find out people's preferred go-to healthy snack, we issued a survey to readers of Health Digest and asked them to select their favorite snack.

Working out has many proven health benefits, but does it matter what time of day you exercise? Learn what working out later in the day can do for your health.

Pain becomes more common as we enter our 40s and new research indicates that it's important to treat chronic pain then rather than waiting. Here's why.

According to a new study, being in a happy marriage may help you recover more easily after a heart attack. Here's why marital happiness is so important.

In a survey, a surprising number of people confessed to being drowsy drivers. This is what experts recommend in order to avoid drowsy-driving accidents.

A survey says half of Americans feel they can't get by without coffee. But psychologist Aric Prather says you can -- by sticking your head in the freezer!

Over 128 million flu vaccines have already been administered across the U.S. But it may take time for experts to determine their efficacy.

Some find the sound of hiccups to be pesky. So we asked readers of Health Digest to share their go-to method for getting rid of the hiccups effectively.

The American author and best-known food blogger, Julie Powell, died recently. Now looking into her cause of death, there are ways to reduce the condition.

A new study has found that some babies are being missed by screenings for cystic fibrosis. Learn why some demographics are more affected than others.

A new trial vaccine shows promise for prospective mothers worried about their newborns developing RSV.

Scams are common during open enrollment. Here, experts explain how to be on the lookout for signs of health insurance scams versus legitimate coverage plans.

Due to its lack of combustion, vaping may be less harmful than traditional smoking. But is vaping really any safer? A new study looks at the cardiac impact.

When using CAR T-cell therapy, the main problem is time. However, this new approach to CAR T-cell therapy may help buy more time for kids with leukemia.

In breast cancer treatment, surgery is often the primary option. Learn about a study suggesting that newer chemotherapy methods may reduce the need for surgery.

Men and women differ physically as well as in their likelihood of certain diseases. New research says sugar and a sedentary lifestyle might affect men more.

Though cancer is the second leading cause of death in the U.S., a new annual report on national cancer statistics offers positive news about cancer death rates.