Health

There are proven ways to prevent the spread of COVID-19, such as staying home if you test positive or have symptoms. This is how to read an at-home COVID test.

The thought of having intestinal worms may make your skin crawl. Luckily, there are simple things everyone can do to help avoid pinworm infections.

An epidural is an anesthetic that may be given for pain relief during surgery or giving birth. Should you request an epidural if you have pain after surgery?

Colitis and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are two disorders that affect the digestive system. Both cause gut issues, but there are some important differences.

Since Ensure is a nutritional drink, you might be wondering whether it is also good as a weight-loss meal replacement. Or is better for weight gain?

Whether light, dark, or nearly identical to your overall skin tone, a range of nipple colors is normal. However, sometimes the color can be seen to change.

An itch on your wrist can have several causes, just like an itch on other parts of the body. However, there are a few factors that can cause itchy wrists.

Preventative measures aren't always enough to stop tonsil stones. Next time you notice a stone stuck in your throat, try these easy home remedies.

While the reason for removing a skin tag may vary from person to person, some are still curious to know if the skin growth may eventually fall on its own.

There are tried and true tricks to helping a crying baby soothe. One common recommendation is to use gripe water, but does it actually work?

For some people, consuming raw chicken dishes at restaurants may not be a big concern. However, there are certain factors to consider before placing your order.

For the most part, you can treat peeling feet with some remedies at home. The type of treatment will depend on the cause. Here are some potential remedies.

When you have body odor, deodorant makes your armpits smell a million times better, but is deodorant affecting the microbes on your skin? Here's what to know.

Many people might assume that teeth cease to evolve after a certain point, but in reality, teeth undergo many changes as you age. Here's what to know.

We may find that certain parts of our body, like the knees, appear more prone to itchiness than others. In that case, there are some factors to consider.

Diverticulitis and ulcerative colitis can both affect the digestive system, but they have some important differences. Here's what you should know.

Modern society has become overly sedentary to the point where it is becoming dangerous. Can constant sitting slow down your metabolism? Here's what to know.

There are several subtypes of lupus with their own unique symptoms and side effects. Here's what you should know about the different types of lupus.

Heartburn can be alleviated with some over-the-counter medications, including antacids like Tums. However, some wonder if incorporating licorice can help.

Pheromones are chemicals that are produced by many different animals and plants. But what is their function and do humans also have pheromones?

Itching can occur anywhere on the body. However, when it happens in the chest area, it can be caused by a variety of factors. This is what chest itch means.

Aging is a natural part of life, but understanding the process and its effects have long been a topic of research This is what the genetic theory of aging says.

The process of aging is perhaps the most natural experience that everyone goes through. However, some may not be aware of the different types of aging.

There's currently only one available vaccine against shingles in the U.S.: Shingrix. These are the most common side effects of this shingles vaccine.

You may dab it on your neck or the insides of your wrists, but there are some places on the body where it's best never to spray perfume, like the groin.

Noncomedogenic products are specifically designed to not clog pores. Does that mean that they're better for your skin? Here's what you need to know.

Endometriosis and PCOS are two separate conditions that affect the reproductive system. While both conditions can have similar symptoms, treatment is different.