Health

Physical activity benefits the mind and body, but it can also turn against you. Too much exercise may lead to injuries and emotional problems.

Food can be a powerful way we influence our health. If you have a risk of blood clots, this food may help.

Prescription medications can help you feel better or improve your health, but there are some important things you should ask before starting one.

Widespread staffing shortages across the country may impact the quality of care that nursing home residents receive. Here is what you should know.

Pregnancy can bring about many changes to the body. To help alleviate an achy back, try performing these stretches.

What does an all-nighter do to your body when you stay up to party or to finish a task that can't be put off any longer? The short answer is: nothing good.

The Supreme Court has officially restricted abortion access to women across the country. Now Americans are questioning how this ruling could affect IVF.

Now that the Supreme Court has overturned Roe v. Wade, many doctors may be caught in a bind when it comes to providing life-saving medical care.

Dr. George Bitar of the Bitar Cosmetic Surgery Institute told Health Digest all about the truths behind Tiktok beauty and plastic surgery trends.

When you're dehydrated, you may be more vulnerable to depression, fatigue, and confusion. Can dehydration also contribute to anxiety? Here is what to know.

Out of all the different factors that can influence our mood, did you know that sleep is one of them? It's proven by science. Here is what you should know.

Hives are a painful and irritating skin condition triggered by allergies, viruses, and even stress. But is there a link between hives and thyroid disease?

Sometimes, having a period can be unpleasant, and on top of that, you have to be vigilant about your health. Here's why to avoid leaving in a tampon too long.

Sarah Harte, a licensed independent clinical social worker and director of The Dorm, explained the mental health impacts of the overturning of Roe v. Wade.

The flu can take you out of your day-to-day activities pretty quickly. Here's the lowdown on the best and worst foods to guide you through the flu.

If you have chronic hives, these welts can reappear throughout the year. As itchy and painful as they might be, there's no known specific cause of hives.

Associate Director of the Health and Human Rights Initiative Rebecca Reingold discussed what the overturning of Roe v. Wade could mean for Americans long-term.

Anna Lichtenstein, a licensed speech language pathologist, spoke to Health Digest about the benefits of gender-affirming speech therapy.

Not every person with a migraine suffers from the exact same symptoms. Here's what you need to know about silent migraines and how they can affect your life.

Researchers may have made great headway in understanding more about Alzheimer's risk factors for women. Here's what to know about a newly discovered gene.

Injuries can range in seriousness, and everyone gets one at some point. But what happens to and inside your body when you're injured? We've got the scoop.

Blink-182's Travis Barker's diagnosis of pancreatitis is potentially linked to a recent colonoscopy procedure. Here's what we know so far.

Hearing loss could easily derail a career in theatre and musical arts. But that hasn't stopped Broadway star, Sidney DuPont. Read all about his inspiring story.

While it's safe to practice at a low dose for a short time, doctors don't recommend hormone replacement therapy for long periods of time.

Finding medical care is critical, especially for trans folks, who suffer significant health disparities and generally lack access to appropriate care.

There's a persistent myth out there that autistic people don't feel empathy. But is it actually true, or is there more to the issue than meets the eye?

OB-GYN and Cliovana practitioner Dr. Caroline Colin explained why a satisfying sex life is essential for good health and discussed the orgasm gap.