Health

Chlamydia is relatively easy to treat — especially when diagnosed early. The longer you wait to begin treatment, the higher the risk of complications.

Antidepressants can have an unexpected impact on the skin. While skin-related side effects may be a burden in some cases, they can also be a pleasant surprise.

In order to avoid inadvertently ingesting germs and bacteria, it is essential that we keep our nails clean and healthy. Here are the best ways to do that.

Biofeedback is a treatment technique that uses bio-monitoring sensors to measure body functions and more. Fortunately, there are several benefits to it.

Bell's palsy affects around 40,000 Americans yearly, with a higher incidence in those between 15 to 45 years old. Here's how it feels to have the condition.

Telehealth use exploded during the COVID pandemic, benefitting many people, but it isn't without its disadvantages. Learn about the downsides of telehealth.

There are many benefits to wearing your retainer. However, many come to wonder if it would really be that bad to skip uses or stop incorporating it.

If you have varicose veins, you may be wondering if there's anything you can do to get rid of them. These are the treatment options for varicose veins.

There are plenty of typical symptoms of pregnancy, but then there are the symptoms you might not expect, like dry eyes. How does pregnancy affect your eyes?

Sunlight has a powerful influence on our minds and bodies, but one of the last effects you may consider is whether it can make you hungry. Here's what we know.

Diabetes fatigue is a feeling of extreme tiredness or exhaustion that is not relieved by rest.

Tuberculosis is a serious and potentially deadly infection that primarily affects the lungs.

Your stomach lining and air pathways have mucus that creates a smooth transition of food and air. However, it becomes thick and hard due to cystic fibrosis.

Intermittent leg pain comes on suddenly, can occur anywhere throughout the legs, and happens repeatedly. But what can be causing these pains?

Sanitary pads take on both moisture and heat during menstruation. Therefore, wearing them for an extended period of time can lead to a number of issues.

While belly fat is notoriously stubborn and hard to lose, it's not impossible. Luckily, there's one type of workout many could benefit from.

There is currently no cure for ALS. However, there are treatments that aim to improve the quality of life of someone who is struggling with the condition.

If you're one to spend most of your time outdoors and have been experiencing issues with your eyes, it may beneficial to look into surfer's eye.

Body fat scales are reasonably priced and are meant for routine use at home, but are they accurate? Here is what you should know about these scales.

While jet lag is a common occurrence, many people may wonder if there are ways to lessen the transition time. For example, can exercise help with jet lag?

Pilates is a form of exercise that can improve flexibility and strength. In fact, those suffering from migraines may benefit a bit more from doing pilates.

Periodontal disease, or gum disease, is a common cause of bad breath, loose teeth, and painful chewing. This is how obesity can play a role in its development.

One commonly mentioned coping mechanism is to spend time in nature, but it turns out that even listening to natural sounds such as birdsong may do the trick.

It's common that those with bulimia will actually gain weight, which is typically the opposite of the intended outcome. Here's why that happens.

Puberty is a period of time when there are many emotional, physical, and hormonal changes happening in the body and mind. Here are its five stages.

Moles can have an irregular shape or even have a scab or crusty covering. So, when performing a skin check, when should you start sounding the alarm bells?

After an injury, wounds over time are likely to form a scar. In fact, some may end up with what is known as a hypertrophic scar and it may look a bit different.