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In an effort to help the huge number of children experiencing dental issues in the U.S., the AAP released a new clinical report. Here's what you need to know.

The burden of unintended pregnancy has historically weighed heavily on women. But researchers believe they may have an effective birth control pill for men.

The world lost a great talent when Bernie Mac died in 2008. Read on to learn more about the health conditions that contributed to the star's early death.

The drug that reverses opioid overdoses, Narcan, is available without a prescription but you still need to talk to a pharmacist to get it. That may soon change.

The TV host learned that her postpartum symptoms were caused by hyperthyroidism, a condition that can cause serious bone, heart, muscle, and fertility issues.

COPD affects up to 15 million people around the United States. To help diagnose COPD earlier, a new screening tool has come out. But how effective is it?

While maintaining a healthy school meal, lunch guidelines have lowered child obesity rates, and researchers are elaborating on how this was accomplished.

The newest CDC data shows startling increases in sexual violence and trauma in girls, leading to higher rates of feelings of hopelessness and depression.

Norovirus cases are on the rise compared to last year. What's driving the jump in infection numbers and do experts think we should be concerned?

In cases of postpartum depression, depression symptoms are often more severe and ongoing following childbirth. Luckily, there could be a new potential drug.

Losing just 5% or 10% of your current weight can benefit your health by managing your cholesterol, blood pressure, and blood sugar.

A new study from Duke University used an algorithm to detect autism within the first 30 days of a child's life. Here's everything you need to know.

70 million people in the U.S. suffer from a sleep-related disorder and many use sleep aids to get a good night's rest. But are we too dependent on them?

The CDC recently announced that the U.S. is seeing an increase in group A strep throat cases among children. What is the reason behind this surge?

For those who experience chronic constipation, a new vibrating pill that has recently been cleared by the FDA may be the key to finding relief.

While diet and exercise can help you maintain healthy blood sugar levels, it turns out that being married may help keep your blood sugar in check as well.

There are a variety of treatments available for chronic pain, but one that may not be as effective as previously believed is the use of antidepressants.

Damar Hamlin is working with the American Heart Association to give more people a chance of surviving a heart attack. Learn how you can participate.

More patients have sought out ADHD treatment since the start of lockdown, which has resulted in a nationwide shortage of Adderall. Here's what you should know.

Kansas City Chiefs star quarterback Patrick Mahomes will be playing with an injury in Super Bowl 2023. Here's how a doctor says that may affect his performance.

The value of healthy meals for children is crucial. In fact, now, experts are looking to target the reduction of sugar and sodium content in school meals.

On February 3, the FDA announced that the food company, Fresh Ideation Food Group, has issued a recall on numerous food products. Here's what to know.

In an interview with Heath Digest, Inna A. Husain, medical director of Laryngology Community Hospital Munster, shares what to eat when you have a sore throat.

The unwinding of Medicaid, which will begin March 31, 2023 and continue through the year, has the potential to leave millions of Americans without healthcare.

The FDA has announced that combination COVID, flu, and RSV at-home tests are well on their way to being available for the public. Here's what you need to know.

While the sun may help in terms of obtaining vitamin D, now experts are elaborating on using the vitamin to reduce the risk of suicide attempts and self-harm.

German supermodel Tatjana Patiz -- known as one of the "original supermodels" emanating from the 90s -- passed away on January 11 at 56 years old.