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Anthony Crutcher

What Causes Sharp Intermittent Leg Pains?

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

Erin Marie

What Happens If You Wear A Pad For Too Long?

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.

Catherine Caruso

Target That Lower Belly Pooch With This Effective Workout

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.

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Erin Demmer

How Is ALS Treated?

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.

healthyNick

Everything You Need To Know About Surfer's Eye

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.

woman squatting while on a scale, questioning its accuracy

Beth Bradford

Do Body Fat Scales Actually Work?

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.

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Can Exercise Help With Jet Lag?

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?

Niko Vercelletto

Is Pilates A Good Workout If You Experience Migraines?

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.

Andra Picincu

The Unexpected Link Between Obesity And Gum Disease

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.

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healthyNick

Can Listening To Birdsong Soothe Your Worried Mind?

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.

Ruth Clark

Why Bulimia Can Make You Gain Weight

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.

Angela Todd

What Are The Stages Of Puberty?

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.

Jeremy Brown

Is A Scab On A Mole Cause For Concern?

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?

Amanda Vining

What Is A Hypertrophic Scar?

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.

Catherine Caruso

Tips On How To Stay Safe When Flying While Pregnant

It's safe to say that most women take a number of precautions when pregnant, including staying safe when traveling. After all, there are a few tips to consider.

Ruth Clark

What The Chickenpox Vaccine Has Accomplished Since Its Introduction In 1995

When you think of chickenpox, you might think of a mildly irritating rash that young kids used to get. But since its introduction in 1995, a lot has changed.

Brynna Standen

How To Do A Self Breast Exam

When it comes to breast cancer, early detection is key. Self breast exams are an important method of early detection. Here's how to do a self breast exam.

Doctor giving breathing support to child

Erin Marie

What To Know About The RSV Surge And How To Best Protect Your Family

Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) has seen a surge in case numbers among children. Luckily, there are steps you can take to better protect your family.

Erin Marie

Exercise Or Sleep? Health Digest Survey Finds People's Preferred Form Of Self Care

Self-care is an essential tool for maintaining your well-being. We asked our readers their preferred method of self-care. Here is what they said.

Joanna Marie

The Different Types Of Dental Implants Explained

There are various dental implant options. Therefore, it always helps to understand how each type of implant works before making a befitting choice.

Jeremy Brown

How IBS Can Impact Your Weight

If you frequently have gastrointestinal symptoms such as stomach cramping, pain, and bloating, you may have irritable bowel syndrome, commonly known as IBS.

Joanna Marie

When Should You Be Concerned About Thyroid Nodules?

About 20% to 76% of adults are found to have thyroid nodules during an ultrasound. However, researchers are yet to understand why thyroid nodules form.

Kimberly Smith

Drinking 4 Cups Of Tea Has An Unexpected Health Benefit

Tea has been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. Here's what to know about research that's linking tea drinking to an unexpected health benefit.

Erin Marie

Experts Cast Votes To Decide If COVID Shots Should Be Routinely Recommended By Doctors

The CDC's advisory committee recently reviewed the list of recommended routine immunizations. Here's what that means for COVID-19 vaccines and boosters.

Brie Schmidt

Can Early Menopause Hit In Your 20s?

Early menopause is the onset of menopause before the age of 40. The symptoms are the same as menopause, which occurs later in life for some.

Jeremy Brown

Does Hygiene Affect Hair Growth?

Maintaining healthy hair and scalp is something everyone should strive for. Nonetheless, some believe dirty hair grows faster than clean hair. So, is it true?

Brie Schmidt

The Best Ways To Balance Your Sebum Production

Often at the root of acne breakouts is an imbalance of sebum production. Sebum is a fatty oil produced by the skin's sebaceous glands.