Health - Health Digest

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Agnes Erickson

The Real Reason We Have A Cupid's Bow

Have you ever wondered why we have a Cupid's bow? There are theories surrounding the origin of the cute name, but here is the real reason we have one.

Catherine Caruso

Can Seasonal Allergies Affect Your Gut Health?

Gastrointestinal symptoms are more common in people with asthma and seasonal allergies. There is a connection between the gut microbiome and allergy symptoms.

Henry Halse

Chronic Kidney Disease Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Chronic kidney disease is a serious matter, as it can lead to many health conditions. Here's what you need to know about its causes, symptoms, and treatment.

Zrinka Peters

How Defibrillators Really Work

Sudden cardiac arrest is a leading cause of death in the US. The use of AEDs, combined with CPR, are the best tools we have to save lives.

Erin Marie

What Does It Mean When You Wake Up Hungry During The Middle Of The Night?

If you have ever been roused from a deep slumber due to a grumbling belly, you may be wondering if it is normal to wake up hungry after hours.

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Sabika Hassan

5 Ways To Increase Your Sperm Count

Sperm counts can be low for a variety of reasons. If you want to boost your counts, here are five things to consider trying.

Niko Vercelletto

What You Should Do If Your Medication Is Recalled

A drug recall happens when a medicine is found to be defective or harmful to the consumer. Either the drug manufacturer or the FDA can issue a drug recall.

Eileen Conroy

How To Get That Post-Gym Endorphin Rush Without Working Out

Working out is a great way to get an endorphins-rush. But it's not the only way. Here's how to get a boost without having to lace up your sneakers.

young woman with cancer looking out window

Kharissa Forte

Why Teen And Young Adult Cancer Survivors Need Ongoing Preventative Care

Research shows that teen and young adult cancers result in higher rates of recurrence and mortality. Thus health experts want to prioritize prevention.

Erin Marie

How To Ease Annoying Lockjaw Symptoms At Home

While a little jaw tightness might not sound too serious in the short term, if left untreated, lockjaw can wreak havoc on our oral health.

Candace McMillon-Dantley

Study Suggests Healthcare Inequities Exist In Heart Attack Patients Over The Long Term

A recent study suggests certain racial inequities exist amongst non-white Americans who have suffered from a heart attack.

Zrinka Peters

The Health Impacts Of Carrying Student Debt

A new study reveals troubling news for adults with lingering student debt, including an increased risk of certain health conditions.

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Ruth Clark

What To Expect When Getting Botox Injections

Botox is most well-known for its ability to smooth out wrinkles and reduce the appearance of aging. However, it's also used for medical purposes.

Isabel Cohen

If You Have Bad Acne, This Could Be Why

If you have acne, there likely isn't just one cause. The skin condition can be linked to many factors, including hormones, age, stress, medications, and diet.

Anne Taylor

The Different Stages Of Kidney Failure

Here's what you need to know about chronic kidney disease and kidney failure.

Upset man deep in thought with hands clasped against his face

Erin Marie

Why Some People Have A Hard Time Crying

Some people have an easier time expressing emotions, like by crying, than others. But some have a hard time crying for physical reasons as well.

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Ciara Turner-Ewert

How To Deep Clean Your Hair Brush For A Healthier Scalp

Let's face it, our brushes can get quite a bit of buildup in them due to product and shedding hair. Here's how to clean them and how often.

Robin Zabiegalski

Ethan Zohn Finds Parallels Between Playing "Survivor" And Surviving Cancer - Exclusive

Ethan Zohn shares how the game of Survivor has influenced his understanding of the human body's resilience, most of which he parallels to surviving cancer.

Catherine Caruso

The Surprising Way Allergies Can Lead To Mental Health Disorders

Allergies don't just impact one's physical status, it can impact one's mental status as well. And the reason why may surprise you.

toddler getting vaccinated by pediatrician

Eileen Conroy

Why Most Parents Aren't Willing To Vaccinate Their Young Children For COVID-19 Just Yet

As pharma companies race to release a vaccine for young children, parents say they're not totally on board just yet. Here's where most American parents stand.

Lauren Cahn

Things You Should Never Do After Having Surgery

When it comes to surgery, your recovery is nearly as important as the procedure itself. Read on to learn what not to do during this vital time.

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Brynna Standen

How Acupuncture Can Help You Reset Your Internal Clock

Each organ is responsible for different bodily functions. When the balance has been compromised in a specific area, an imbalance will make itself known.

Child suffers from seizure outside in park while parents hold her

Ruth Clark

The Different Types Of Seizures And How To Identify Them

Seizures are now classified into 3 different categories, and the different names help us understand what's going on when someone experiences one.

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Erin Marie

The Unexpected Place You Can Get A Yeast Infection

Though commonly associated with genitals, there's one body part where yeast infections can develop that you may never have thought twice about. Any guesses?