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Kharissa Forte

The Surprising Reason Your Dog's Food Bowl Could Negatively Impact Your Health

Keeping dogs' food bowls clean makes a difference in their health. New data has emerged showing that these factors can have an impact on our health, too.

Ruth Clark

The Surprising Way Your Personality Affects The Way Your Brain Ages

Personality traits can be used to inform several aspects of our lives. But studies show some types are linked to cognitive decline.

Erin Marie

How Scientists May Soon Be Able To Make Your Skin Cells Act 30 Years Younger

Exciting new research opens us to the possibility that scientists may be able to reverse the aging of our cells in the not-so-distant future.

Catherine Caruso

Research Reveals The Best Source Of Fiber For Cardiovascular Disease Prevention

A new study reveals surprising distinctions between the various dietary fibers and their respective health benefits. Here's what scientists discovered.

Eileen Conroy

This Is Why The US Life Expectancy Continues To Decline

The average life expectancy within a country tends to ebb and flow depending on what is happening with its citizens. In the US, it continues to decline.

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Erin Marie

Could Your Erectile Dysfunction Medication Lead To Vision Problems?

Could your erectile dysfunction medication lead to vision problems? New research findings say there may be a link between ED medication and vision loss.

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Candace McMillon-Dantley

Study Reveals This Common Spice Can Help Fight Breast Cancer

Triple-negative breast cancer may be treated with a combination of medications, therapies, and surgeries including chemotherapy, mastectomy, and radiation.

Kharissa Forte

Is Midlife Depression The New Midlife Crisis For Women?

The latest data from the National Center for Health Statistics reveals startling data on midlife depression for women.

Kimberly Smith

Are Pooch Smooches Actually Bad For Your Health?

While dog kisses might make you happy for whatever reason, they might not be the best thing for your overall health in the long run.

Eileen Conroy

Are Puppy Dog Eyes Actually A Manipulation Tactic?

Are puppy dog eyes actually a manipulation tactic? New research indicates that your puppy knows how to get what they want from you.

Zrinka Peters

Is Gut Bacteria To Blame For Drug Resistant High Blood Pressure?

Researchers have discovered that enzymes produced by certain bacteria commonly found in the gut may answer a long-standing medical question.

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Ruth Clark

Research Reveals Important Genetic Component Of Schizophrenia

It's known that schizophrenia can run in families, but the search for a genetic link has proven difficult. Now, researchers may have unlocked a huge clue.

Robin Zabiegalski

SoulCycle Instructor Kamelle Mills Talks Self-Love And Representation In The Fitness Industry – Exclusive Interview

In this exclusive interview with Health Digest, Kamelle Mills shares why representation and self-love are so important in the fitness world.

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Kharissa Forte

Why Selena Gomez Launched New Wondermind Mental Fitness Platform

The actress, pop star, and entrepreneur Selena Gomez is looking to destigmatize and democratize mental health with her new platform, Wondermind.

Football player being tested for concussion

Catherine Caruso

Why Health Experts Suggest Concussion Diagnostic Testing Needs An Upgrade

A tool commonly used to diagnose sports-related concussions might not be as accurate as anticipated, according to researchers at Rutgers University.

Robin Rothstein

How Biden's Plan To Fix Obamacare Could Affect Up To 5 Million Americans

The White House recently announced a new rule in a press statement that would eliminate a "family glitch" within the Affordable Care Act.

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Erin Marie

Could Psychedelics Be The Next Breakthrough Treatment For Cancer Patients' Mental Health?

Many patients experience mental health difficulties after a cancer diagnosis. Could psychedelics be a breakthrough treatment for cancer patients' mental health?

Robin Rothstein

A Surprising Link Between Tuberculosis And Cancer May Lead To Better TB Treatments

A new study indicates a link between tuberculosis (TB) infections and cancer cells that may hold promise for improved therapeutic approaches to TB.

Kharissa Forte

Can Your Voice Really Predict Your Risk For Coronary Heart Disease?

Coronary artery disease impacts 18.2 million Americans aged 20 and older. Could artificial intelligence analyze your voice to determine if you're at risk?

Ally Arcuri

What Mental Hygiene Can Mean For Your Life, As Explained By Actress Gabriella Wright – Exclusive

Gabriella Wright, inspirational actress, activist, and co-founder of the Never Alone initiative sat down with Health Digest and explained mental hygiene.

Eileen Conroy

How Scientists Are Now Detecting Autism In Babies Before Birth

Signs of autism may be apparent in some cases before a child is 12 months old, while in other cases, autism might not be apparent until a child enters school.

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Kharissa Forte

How Work Flexibility Could Improve Mental And Physical Health In Night Owls

Researchers believe there may be a benefit to tailoring work schedules to individuals' sleep schedules, particularly for this group of people.

Catherine Caruso

The Surprising Way Climate Change Can Affect Your Health

According to a recent study, climate change could lead to an increase in hospitalizations for a certain condition that may require hospitalization.

Erin Marie

What You Need To Know About Recent Stomach Bug Outbreaks Across The US

The norovirus, also known as the stomach flu, is a leading cause of infectious diarrhea and vomiting and responsible for over 2 million doctor visits per year.