Health

Healthcare costs can put a lot of strain on your finances. But luckily, there are resources many can take advantage of to reduce or eliminate costs.

Many of us know that too much blue light at the wrong time of day can be harmful. But what about the effects it has on aging?

The thyroid plays a vital role in your body's metabolism and performance. The gland produces two main hormones: thyroxine and triiodothyronine.

Did you know that millions of people don't properly take care of their contact lenses? Read on to discover the dos and don'ts when it comes to your contacts.

Blowing out candles on a birthday cake can produce aerosols and droplets. This is why you should stop blowing out the candles on your birthday cake.

Is it possible that a mattress topper can help prevent the development of potential health problems, such as stroke, diabetes, and heart disease?

Soda and sugary beverages have been scrutinized for quite some time, but did you know that drinking them may also make you age faster?

You might have woken up to hear your partner mumbling in their sleep, or have been told you sleep talk yourself. Why does this happen? Get the scoop here.

While the loratadine in Claritin is used to treat the most unpleasant allergy symptoms, it can cause some side effects of its own.

During their lifetime, some people grow a mesiodens, also known as an extra tooth. What does it mean if you have one, and what is the cause?

Dates are a delicious and versatile dried fruit, but what happens to your body if you eat them every day? We've got the scoop.

Noticing more hair in your brush or shower drain lately? A number of factors can cause hair loss -- read on to learn to learn more.

Like any repetitive motion, typing can be dangerous if done incorrectly. This is the real reason that typing on your computer all day can hurt your wrists.

High blood pressure occurs when the heart uses too much force while pushing the blood against the walls of your blood vessels. Does dehydration make it worse?

Symptoms of thyroid diseases will vary by person and the specific health issue, but it's not uncommon to feel fatigue, irritability, or depression.

Antibiotics come with specific directions for use, and it's important to follow these guidelines to ensure the medicine works optimally.

Brazilian butt lift surgery is a gluteal enhancement procedure designed to change the size, shape, and contour of your butt, and it comes with risks.

Only three weeks after his diagnosis of stage 4 small cell lung carcinoma, actor Dustin Diamond, age 44, has passed away. This is his fatal cancer explained.

The impact of extremely high altitudes can be dangerous. Altitudes above 26,000 feet are known by mountaineers as the "Death Zone."

Staying under the sun without protection long enough to get a tan — or worse, a burn — is a sure way to encourage wrinkles and premature aging.

Your menstrual cycle can reveal a lot more about your health than just whether or not you are pregnant, which is why your doctor may ask you about it.

There are several types of conjunctivitis, including bacterial and viral conjunctivitis. The main differences between them lie in these areas.

When taken properly, both buccal and sublingual medications are fast acting and start working within about five minutes. However, they each have their cons.

Coffee is a part of several people's morning routines. However, those who are anemic may wonder if it's safe to consume it or just avoid it.

Health Digest conducted a survey and asked respondents how many hours of sleep they get each night. You might be surprised by the results.

Feeling the need to keep your drug use information to yourself is understandable. However, being dishonest with your doctor can lead to various consequences.

Routine cleaning of eyeglasses is important. Here is what may happen if you don't take the time to routinely clean your glasses to remove bacteria.