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In an exclusive Health Digest survey, we asked people to determine what preferred brand of antacid most reach for when experiencing heartburn or indigestion.

Nigerian Actress Folake Olowofoyeku and Dr. Tamer Seckin told Health Digest about the endometriosis surgery that greatly improved her quality of life.

There is a new drug approved for the treatment of hemophilia that's gaining a lot of attention.

Experts continue to express concern over medication shortages as we move further into cold and flu season, particularly when it comes to children.

High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects nearly half of Americans. In a new study, researchers found it can affect mental health.

New research reveals what one natural sweetener can do for your cardiometabolic health and blood sugar levels.

Dr. Anthony Fauci addresses the nation one last time before stepping down from public service. Will U.S. citizens heed his advice?

For the occasional bout of queasiness, we asked readers of Health Digest to share their preferred brand of over-the-counter nausea medication.

New research is shining a light on the ways that babies born via C-section may react differently to vaccines compared to those born vaginally.

Monoclonal antibodies were once a go-to treatment option for COVID-19. Here's why they aren't as effective as they used to be.

Since cold and flu season is upon us, we wanted to know what people's go-to medicine was for easing a cough. Here's what our audience voted for.

For years, the belief has been that lower levels of "good" cholesterol increases heart disease risk. Read about a new study that says this may not be true.

Being bloated is a common experience, and many choose to suffer it in silence. Learn about a survey that shows why people don't discuss it with their doctors.

People with osteoarthritis often take NSAID medication to help relieve symptoms. Discover a new study that says NSAIDs may not help with long-term inflammation.

There are many lifestyle choices you can make to help reduce your chance of developing cancer. Here's what aerobic exercise can do for your cancer risk

A recent drug approved by the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) may help delay the onset of type 1 diabetes. Here's everything you need to know.

Recent scientific buzz around a new study is hinting that sperm count is going down globally -- which may affect a lot more than pregnancy rates.

About 1 in 50 people in the U.S. deal with paralysis. Now there's a new type of adaptive equipment for people with paralysis -- mind-controlled wheelchairs.

You might wonder how frequently people consume fast food. To find out, Health Digest conducted a survey asking people how often they eat fast food.

Online pharmacies made it convenient to get medications online during the pandemic. But are they safe, and how can you find legitimate ones?

Regardless of how severe your COVID-19 symptoms appeared at first, researchers are now elaborating on how it could affect your brain, even after recovery.

"Bob Hearts Abishola" star Folake Olowofoyeku told Health Digest about her experience with endometriosis trauma and its effect on her mental health.

Recently, more cases of measles have been reported. In order to keep you and your family safe, it's essential to know the details of the current outbreaks.

While many people follow a low-carb diet, it turns out the risks may outweigh the benefits. Here is the low-carb diet that may increase your risk of diabetes.

Research tells us that our gut is connected to almost every aspect of our overall health. Read on to find out how a leaky gut may worsen asthma symptoms.

Society is no stranger to fake meat. But where do we stand with lab-grown meat? This meat recently got FDA clearance and may soon be an option for consumers.

What does Scott Jurek feast on before a big race starts? The ultramarathon champion told Health Digest what's on his menu before approaching the startling line.