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Heather Collins

10 Signs Of Ovarian Cancer You May Be Overlooking

For those with ovarian cancer, early detection of the disease is vital. However, many symptoms might be overlooked. Here's what you should look out for.

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Courtney Barber, MHC

Placenta Previa Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Placenta previa is a rare pregnancy condition in which the placenta blocks the cervix partially or totally. Here's what you need to know.

Erin Marie

How Much Screen Time Do People Typically Get Every Day? - Health Digest Survey

To find out how much screen time people indulge in daily, we asked Health Digest readers to report how many hours per day they spend looking at screens.

Joanna Marie

Sebaceous Cysts: The Complete Guide

The human skin comprises tiny sacs of hair follicles surrounded by glands that secrete sebum. Here's everything you need to know about sebaceous cysts.

Jay Wilson

What Happens To Your Body When You Have MRSA?

MRSA is a strain of staph bacteria that can work its way into open sores and wounds, causing infection. Here are the ways an MRSA infection affects the body.

Amy Boyington

11 Unexpected Symptoms Of Breast Cancer

Finding a lump is one of the most common ways to catch breast cancer early, but there are others, too. Here are some of the unexpected symptoms of the disease.

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Erin Marie

American Diabetes Association Releases Stricter Guidelines To Help Improve Disease

The American Diabetes Association's updated standards of care for healthcare practitioners this year are focused on access, prevention, and other concerns.

Erin Marie

Two Pharmaceutical Companies Have Encouraging News About A Novel Skin Cancer Vaccine

Skin cancer affects more people than any other cancer. New research is leading to a novel treatment that can help.

Beth Bradford

TLC's Awake Surgery's Dr. Meegan Gruber On Why She Does Awake Surgical Procedures - Exclusive Interview

Board-certified plastic surgeon Dr. Meegan Gruber explained why she does awake procedures and gave a preview of her new TLC show, "Awake Surgery."

Brynna Standen

Unexpected Benefits Of Eating Nightshade Fruits And Vegetables

Nightshades have gotten a bad rap but they boast a number of health perks. Here are some unexpected benefits of eating nightshade fruits and vegetables.

Ziba Redif

Agoraphobia Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Agoraphobia is a kind of anxiety disorder that can severely impact life quality. Here's everything you need to know about the condition.

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Hannah Gordon

Zyrtec Explained: Usage, Dosage, And Side Effects

Zyrtec is an antihistamine frequently used to treat a number of conditions. Here's what you should know about this over-the-counter drug.

Erin Marie

Can Slippery Elm Relieve A Sore Throat?

While some are aware that slippery elm may help with certain health conditions, others are eager to know if it particularly helps with a sore throat.

Jay Wilson

Things You Should Never Do After Having Your Hip Replaced

If you're planning to have hip replacement surgery, here are some things you should avoid afterward to hasten your recovery.

Isabel Cohen

Is It Possible To Be 100% Of One Ethnicity In Your Ancestry Test Results?

Getting an ancestry test is an extremely popular thing to do these days. Find out if it's possible to be 100% of one ethnicity on your ancestry test results.

Felicia Lee

MiraLAX Explained: Usage, Dosage, And Side Effects

MiraLAX is a laxative medication commonly used to treat constipation. Here's what you should know about its uses, dosage, and side effects.

Beth Bradford

How COVID Can Significantly Age The Human Brain

The COVID virus can have a variety of effects on the human body, including on the brain. Discover new research that suggests it can significantly age the brain.

Hannah Gordon

Exercises That Help Balance Your Hormones

Hormone levels affect many aspects of your life including mood, sleep quality, and energy levels. Here are the exercises that will help balance your hormones.

Erin Marie

Why Some Health Officials Are Once Again Advising Americans To Wear Masks

As the holiday season approaches, health officials are advising that Americans mask up. Discover the reason why experts suggest donning the mask again.

Marica Laing

Why These Unusual Celeb Health Habits Are Actually Good For You

Even though health advice from celebrities is typically bogus, some of their unusual health habits actually do hold some benefits for us ordinary folks.

Meredith Cooper

Symptoms Of Cirrhosis Explained

Most of the time, cirrhosis that isn't extensive doesn't have symptoms. Here are some signs to watch out for and discuss with a medical professional.

Joanna Marie

What It Means When Your Creatine Kinase Is High

Each cell in the body has thousands of enzymes performing numerous functions. This is what it means when you have high levels of the enzyme creatine kinase.

Beth Bradford

Recent Illness Surges Have Left Pharmacies With A Drug Shortage

This year's flu season, combined with COVID and RSV, has hit families hard with illness. Discover why there's now a drug shortage at pharmacies as well.

A. Sooter

You Should Never Take Vitamin B12 With This Heartburn Medication

There is evidence that certain heartburn medications can affect how the body absorbs vitamin B12. Unless it's caught early, it can have far-reaching effects.