Health

The antihistamine hydroxyzine blocks the release of histamine, preventing its effects on the body. Learn about hydroxyzine's usage, doses, and side effects.

While many who have taken Ozempic for weight loss are experiencing impressive results, some are reporting "Ozempic face" as a side effect of the drug.

For those who have a sensitive gag reflex, going to the dentist or even brushing your teeth can be highly unpleasant. Here's how to desensitize your gag reflex.

Cortisol levels naturally fluctuate throughout the day. However, it's best to know when levels get too high. Luckily, there are a number of signs that can help.

After having a baby, your bladder control may not be as strong as it was pre-pregnancy. Here's why postpartum incontinence is so common.

Many medications can help you feel better when catching a cold, like Mucinex. However, some wonder if it's safe to drink alcohol while on the medication.

In order to get perfect vision, many opt for a solution like LASIK or PRK. To decide which procedure to go with, it's best to have all the information on hand.

When dopamine levels are low, people may experience a lack of motivation and decreased happiness. But high dopamine levels can also affect the body and mind.

Multiple sclerosis is a neurological disease with no clear known cause, but there are many potential risk factors and triggers -- some of which are less common.

Because our skin is so different from one area to the next, certain parts of our body - like our face - are best served with different razors. Here's why.

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, is an unpleasant and often uncomfortable infection that impacts the urinary tract. Here's how it can affect quality of life.

In people with lupus, the body begins to attack itself. In some cases, the mouth can be affected, which presents various challenges to oral health.

Mammograms are a standard procedure recommended for all women with breast tissue over age 50. Here's what you should know ahead of time to prepare.

When stopping Zoloft, especially too quickly, you may experience certain unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Here's what you need to know about weaning off Zoloft.

Accutane, also known as isotretinoin, is used to treat acne that has not responded to other treatments. It can have several side effects. Here's what to know.

Characterized by a hacking cough that can linger for upwards of two weeks, many may wonder how long they may be contagious when catching the infection.

While many people may know what a urinary tract infection (UTI) is, perhaps not everyone is aware of how many different types of UTIs there are.

Birch water can provide a whole range of benefits, even without being directly ingested. Either way, some may even prefer it over other natural drinks.

Desiree Lindstrom, fiancée of late rapper DMX, is spreading awareness about their son's chronic kidney disease. Here's what to know about the condition.

How can you know if you're drinking too much soda? If any of these things happen to you, it's a pretty good indication that you should slow down and cut back.

If your doctor diagnoses you with a thyroid condition, you are not alone. At least 12% of Americans will develop thyroid dysfunction in their lifetime.

In an exclusive interview, Health Digest spoke with Dr. J. Ben Wilkinson, an oncologist, about steps you can take to reduce your risk of prostate cancer.

After the COVID-19 and mpox outbreaks, you may have questions about other pandemics. Health Digest spoke with Dr. Park to ask if a polio epidemic could happen.

Good news is on the horizon for those who take insulin as pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly plans to lower costs for this potentially life-saving medication.

Due in large part to the spread of the delta variant, COVID-19 cases are increasing in children -- and they are increasingly quickly.

Here's everything you need to know about how COVID-19 can affect children – and how you and your family can remain protected.

Paxlovid, a drug developed by Pfizer, has emergency use authorization for some patients with COVID-19. But some are reporting a recurrence of the virus.