Health

If you were born before 1980, chances are you've had chickenpox, which puts you at risk for developing shingles. That's why it's important to get the vaccine.

A recent drug approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may help delay the onset of type 1 diabetes. Here's everything you need to know.

Recent scientific buzz around a new study is hinting that sperm count is going down globally -- which may affect a lot more than pregnancy rates.

Breaking a bone is no fun. But did you know there are foods you can eat to help your bones heal?

There are a slew of myths out there about diabetes, but we're here to dispel some of the most common. Here's what you should know.

About 1 in 50 people in the U.S. deal with paralysis. Now there's a new type of adaptive equipment for people with paralysis -- mind-controlled wheelchairs.

Online pharmacies made it convenient to get medications online during the pandemic. But are they safe, and how can you find legitimate ones?

Regardless of how severe your COVID-19 symptoms appeared at first, researchers are now elaborating on how it could affect your brain, even after recovery.

Do you frequently hear "ringing" in your ears? It could be tinnitus. Here's everything you need to know about this condition's causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Mental and physical health are related, and what happens in the mind can radically impact the rest of the body. This is how depression can affect aging.

"Bob Hearts Abishola" star Folake Olowofoyeku told Health Digest about her experience with endometriosis trauma and its effect on her mental health.

Deciding to transition to a new doctor can be a tough and complicated decision. However, it's completely normal to want to leave one doctor for another.

Nighttime wake-ups can stem from a number of different reasons. Here are some possible sleep stealers that may be at the root of your nocturnal awakenings.

If you have hypertension, it may impact what birth control methods you can use. Here are the safest birth control options for those with high blood pressure.

Herpes sores typically occur on your genitals or mouth. But how does it spread, and is it possible for to you get herpes on your fingers too?

If you have allergies, you may seek out products that carry a hypoallergenic label. Find out what it means if a product is labeled as hypoallergenic.

Over two-fifths of American adults have reported experiencing some form of mouth pain, Here's when you should visit a dentist for tooth pain.

Omeprazole is a medication used to treat conditions where too much acid is present in the stomach, such as GERD. This is how long it takes to start working.

Allergies are quite common with 1 in 5 Americans experiencing allergic reactions. But is it actually possible to be allergic to your smartphone?

Along with summertime fun comes a host of different kinds of obnoxious bug bites. Discover what chigger bites are, and what the best methods are to treat them.

While a fitness routine can have many anti-aging benefits, there are some things that do more harm than good. Find out what exercise habits can age you faster.

Although pain in the chest is often confused with being heart-related, it can also be linked to the sternum. These are the most common causes of sternum pain.

Bladder pressure is an intense pain in the abdominal region with an increased urge to urinate more frequently. Here's what you can do to easily relieve it.

Aging brings many changes. Our skin may lose elasticity and our cognitive functions become less nimble. But how does aging affects our sense of touch?

Blood clots in the arm can be dangerous. Here are the signs and symptoms to look out for, and how you can help prevent blood clots from developing.

Heartburn is a common ailment that can have several different symptoms, depending on the person. Find out if throat tightness can be caused by heartburn.

Dealing with stubborn acne pimples can be extremely frustrating. Discover if experts think that treatment with vitamin D can help to banish acne.