Health - Health Digest

K. Cossey

The Unexpected Side Effects Of Having An Infected Tooth

An infection can develop inside or under a tooth due to the buildup of tooth decay, a tooth injury, or dental work. Here are some symptoms you may not eexpect.

Ruth Clark

Inside Claire Foy's Experience With Anxiety

Claire Foy, star of Netflix's The Crown, opened up about her experience with anxiety, proving that even celebrities aren't immune to mental health issues.

Ruth Clark

It Could Be A Warning Sign Of Panic Disorder If Your Body Does This

If you've had a panic attack, you know the real fear that they involve. It's useful to know the warning signs so you can become aware of it as soon as possible.

Nancy Schimelpfening

The Real Difference Between Polysporin And Neosporin

Polysporin and Neosporin can be easy to confuse, but there's one key distinction between them. Here's what to know before applying them to your next wound.

Erin Marie

How Using Your Non-Dominant Hand Can Make Your Brain Stronger

While we may feel more at ease using one hand instead of the other, experts say there may be benefits from implementing regular use of our non-dominant hand.

Anne Taylor

What's The Difference Between Psoriasis And Ringworm?

Psoriasis and ringworm have many similarities but there are some key differences you should know about.

Lauren Cahn

Pfizer's COVID-19 Pill Paxlovid Explained

Pfizer's Paxlovid has been shown to be highly effective at treating "mild-to-moderate" COVID-19 in certain adults and children. Learn more about it here.

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Kharissa Forte

Can Climate Change Increase The Spread Of Infectious Disease?

Climate change is forcing animals globally to find new places to call home, so there may be a risk that viruses will jump between species, including humans.

Robin Zabiegalski

Maria Shriver Explains How Lifestyle Impacts Neurological Diseases - Exclusive

Maria Shriver, Alzheimer's advocate and supporter of women's health, talks about the surprising link between neurological disorders and lifestyle factors.

Zrinka Peters

Histrionic Personality Disorder: Amber Heard's Diagnosis Explained

Amber Heard has received two new mental health diagnoses during her court proceedings with ex-husband Johnny Depp. Here's what they mean.

Amanda Vining

What's The Difference Between Dermabrasion And Microdermabrasion?

You've probably heard about procedures like dermabrasion and microdermabrasion, but what are they and what is the difference between them?

Masked doctor doing physical therapy on masked patient's arm, helping them stretch

Erin Marie

How Occupational Therapy Could Help Those With Long COVID

Irish researchers conducted two studies exploring how clinical interventions such as occupational therapy affect participants coping with symptoms of long COVID

Smiling woman holds orange MS ribbon on city street

Ruth Clark

How Race May Predict The Risk Of MS

New research reveals some startling statistics about the link between race and multiple sclerosis. It also refutes what experts once thought to be true.

Sabika Hassan

How To Ease Symptoms Of Thyroid Eye Disease

Thyroid disease is caused by thyroid hormone imbalance from either an overactive (hyperthyroidism) or underactive (hypothyroidism) thyroid gland.

Isabel Cohen

Why You Sleep Worse During The Summer And What To Do About It

Have you ever noticed that your ability to fall or stay asleep is impacted during the summer months? If so, you definitely aren't alone. Here's what to do.

Nancy Schimelpfening

What Are Beta Blockers Used For?

Beta blockers are a type of drug that can help manage blood pressure and reduce stressors on the body caused by adrenaline. Here's how they work.

Nancy Schimelpfening

Do Sleeping Pills Expire?

Sleeping pills have become a common way for people to get help drifting off to sleep at night. But do they actually expire?

Catherine Caruso

How Does PrEP Work?

Since PrEP is a once-daily preventative medication, it can help protect you and your partners by lowering your risk of developing HIV.

Michelle Washmuth

The Hidden Dangers Of Wearing Flip-Flops

Before you slip on your flip-flops and hit the beach, you may want to rethink your footwear choice. While fashionable, flip-flops can cause serious foot issues.

Ally Arcuri

Gwyneth Paltrow's Most Controversial Health Advice

Gwyneth Paltrow and her lifestyle company Goop have been the source of some ... highly questionable health advice. Get the scoop on their wackiest recs here.

Close-up of woman using an electric toothbrush

Nicole LaMarco

Surprising Side Effects Of Using An Electric Toothbrush

You may be wondering if a manual or powered toothbrush is better for your oral health. But what are the side effects of using an electric toothbrush?

Kharissa Forte

What Is Respiratory Strength And Can You Improve It?

Your respiratory system's job is to distribute fresh air throughout your body. Can this system ever get weak, and if so, what can you do about it?

Sabika Hassan

What It Really Means When You're Born With A Bald Spot

It's not uncommon for infants to lose the hair on their delicate heads during their first four to six months. But some babies are born with a bald spot.

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Can You Actually Be Allergic To Peppermint Oil?

Although peppermint oil may be beneficial in relieving pain, headaches, or nausea, it can have adverse effects in some individuals due to substances it carries.