Could A Latex Underwear Really Protect Against STIs?
The FDA recently announced that they have cleared a new type of latex underwear called Lorals for Protection as being able to help protect against STIs.
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What To Expect After An Appendectomy
If appendicitis goes untreated, the appendix can burst in as little as 48 hours and result in a life-threatening prognosis, so it must be cared for immediately.
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What It Really Means When You Have A Mole On Your Neck
The neck is one of the most susceptible places in our body to develop moles and skin cancer because it's often exposed to the sun.
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Things You Might Not Know About Ibuprofen
Every appropriately stocked household medicine cabinet will likely have a bottle of ibuprofen somewhere in it. Here are things you might not know about it.
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The Unexpected Benefit Of Scrambled Eggs When You Have A Sore Throat
One food that many people might not think of when it comes to aiding a scratchy throat is scrambled eggs. Here are some of its benefits.
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Warning Signs From Your Stomach You Shouldn't Ignore
It can be easy not to take stomachaches seriously. However, there are certain warning signs from your stomach that you absolutely shouldn't ignore.
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14 Things You Didn't Realize Were Hurting Your Liver
It's important to take care of your liver. That includes being aware of the different ways you may be accidentally hurting this crucial organ.
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If You Have A Bad Runny Nose, This Could Be Why
Milder symptoms of COVID-19 can be very similar to those of a common cold, flu, or even an allergy, and without testing, it can be difficult to tell them apart.
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Can Coffee Reduce Your Risk Of Depression?
A 2011 study out of Harvard School of Public Health suggests that drinking coffee may help reduce the risk of depression among women. Here is what to know.
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The Mysterious Disease That Causes Your Body To Grow At Different Rates
Proteus syndrome is so uncommon that only around 200 cases of it exist in medical literature. It causes abnormal growth of certain parts of the body -- but why?
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Does Valium Expire?
The FDA takes safety very seriously. One way that they ensure drug safety is by requiring all drugs, including Valium, to have an expiration date.
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How Do Motion Sickness Glasses Work?
Roughly one in 3 Americans is highly prone to motion sickness. Are motion sickness glasses a good and effective solution, and if not, then what is?
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Does Having Sex Affect Your Sleep?
If you're having trouble sleeping, one tip is to only use your bed for sleep and sex, which may lead you to wonder: is there a link between sex and sleep?
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What Did People Use Before Toilet Paper?
Americans collectively spend billions of dollars on toilet paper each year, so it is easy to wonder how people ever lived without it. Here's what to know.
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What Are Medication Overuse Headaches?
If you frequently use pain relievers or antimigraine drugs for headaches, you may find that you develop what is known as "medication overuse headaches".
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Does Apple Cider Vinegar Actually Help Treat Dandruff?
Many people swear by apple cider vinegar to treat dandruff, but does it actually work?
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Natural Remedies For Menopause Symptoms
Menopause has symptoms that can be disruptive and sometimes make you feel like you don't recognize your body anymore. The good news is you don't have to suffer.
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Could Estrogen Play A Role In Protecting Against Severe COVID-19?
Estrogen supports immune function and improves your body's ability to deter pathogens. The question is, do these findings apply to COVID-19? Let's find out.
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What Is Sleep Texting And Is It A Real Thing?
Sleep texting is a type of parasomnia that involves sending or replying to a text message while you're asleep. You may be wondering: Is this actually possible?
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How To Travel Safely Now That Masks Are Not Mandatory
A judge ruled against the travel mask mandate in April, but you should still keep in mind ways to travel safely, especially now that more people are maskless.
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Why Long COVID Is Harder To Recognize In Senior Citizens
Older adults can face different aging-related health conditions later in life. Could this make it harder for doctors to detect symptoms of long COVID?
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What It Really Means If You Toss And Turn In Your Sleep
Your body and brain perform numerous functions throughout sleep, so any interference -- such as tossing and turning -- can leave you feeling wiped out.
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Sports Psychologist Jarrod Spencer On The Consequences Of Neglecting Athletes' Mental Health - Exclusive
Jarrod Spencer understands how mental health can affect athletic performance. He spoke to Health Digest about what happens when athletes neglect their minds.
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Why Health Experts Want To Destigmatize Menstrual Blood
For the sake of science, some experts argue that it is crucial that we shed the stigma that period blood is a dirty little secret meant only for the trash.
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Researchers Reveal How Your Risk For Dementia Changes As You Age
New research may be able to help people evaluate their risk factors for dementia.
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Olympic Competitor Gabbi Cunningham On Mental Health, Social Media, And Her Fans - Exclusive Interview
Gabbi Cunningham knows about the struggles that come with her level. She spoke to Health Digest about competing in the Olympics and working on mental health.
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This Is What Would Happen If We Didn't Have Bones
If we think of our body like a house, our skeleton serves as the foundation on which the rest of the house is built. What would we do without it?
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