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Baby floating in a bathtub wearing a neck float device

Ciara Lucas

Why The FDA Is Warning Parents Of The Dangers Of Pool Neck Floats For Babies

Pool floats for children may seem like a great way to keep them safe and prevent drowning, but the FDA warns these are not safe options for young ones.

A woman in the middle of a speech therapy session

Felicia Lee

Speech Language Pathologist Anna Lichtenstein On Gender-Affirming Speech Therapy - Exclusive Interview

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

Kimberly Smith

Research Reveals The Startling Low Number Of Americans With 'Optimal' Heart Health

If you're looking to improve your heart health, maintaining a healthy weight, getting enough sleep, and managing your blood pressure level can help.

Amanda Vining

Could A New Gene Discovery Explain Why More Women Are Diagnosed With Alzheimer's Than Men?

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.

Hand holding sparkler in front of American flag

Erin Marie

Firework Safety Tips For The Holiday Weekend

When it comes to sparklers, parents can protect their children by teaching kids how to properly hold a sparkler well below the burn area.

Close up on Travis Barker's face wearing backwards cap

Erin Marie

Travis Barker's Pancreatitis Fully Explained

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

Robin Zabiegalski

Gynecologist Dr. Caroline Colin Explains Why Sex Is Essential To Health - Exclusive

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

Felicia Lee

Surrogacy Expert Evie Jeang On What To Expect Before And After Egg Harvesting - Exclusive

Surrogacy expert and attorney Evie Jeang discussed her journey with surrogacy and shared what people should know before undergoing egg harvesting procedures.

Beth Bradford

The Latest On The Daily Harvest Lentils Recall That Left Many Consumers With Mystery Illness

Health experts are still unsure why Daily Harvest's French Lentil + Leek Crumbles are making people ill. But here's where the recall currently stands.

Robin Rothstein

How To Know If Your Child Has Long COVID

Long COVID is defined by symptoms that linger for more than four weeks after infection. As of this reporting, there is no test to diagnose long COVID.

Kimberly Smith

Researchers Developed A Virus-Fighting Face Mask. Does It Really Work?

The masks work through "simple chemistry," as the polycations basically kill bacteria and viruses by "breaking open their outer layer."

Gloved hand holding a monkeypox vaccine vial

Erin Marie

Biden Administration Expands Access To Monkeypox Vaccine. Here's What To Know

The current administration has already taken action to address the rising number of monkeypox cases in the U.S. and will continue to expand its efforts.

Catherine Caruso

Should You Use TikTok As A Mental Health Resource?

While talking about mental health on social media can certainly help you connect with others and feel less alone, there are some significant drawbacks as well.

Melissa Willets

Speech Pathologist Marta Korytkowska On Challenges Justin Bieber May Face In Ramsay Hunt Recovery - Exclusive

Speech-language pathologist Marta Korytkowska discussed Ramsay Hunt syndrome and the challenges Justin Bieber may face as he recovers from the effects.

Ciara Lucas

Researchers Suggest A Surprising Benefit For Kids Who Are More Active

Everybody knows that exercise can improve your physical health, but is it possible that the benefits of exercise for children go beyond just the body?

Brynna Standen

Why You May Have A Hard Time Purchasing Emergency Contraceptives

The effects of the overturning of Roe v. Wade can be seen and felt in many areas of life, including women's access to emergency contraceptives.

Robin Rothstein

Can Your Doctor's Gender And Race Really Impact The Outcome Of Your Treatment?

The results of a new study suggest that ingrained bias concerning the gender or race of your doctor may have an influence on your health outcome.

Kimberly Smith

Study Reveals A Startling Number Of Stroke Patients Had Previously Undiagnosed Risk Factors

While many risk factors for stroke are controllable, it turns out that many people who get strokes had risk factors they didn't even know they had.

close-up of marijuana plant and medical marijuana

Beth Bradford

New Study Sheds Light On Possible Risks Of Using Marijuana

Even though marijuana doesn't have all the same harmful chemicals as tobacco, your lungs can still be at risk. Here is what you should know before you smoke.

Ruth Clark

What You Need To Know About The New Guidelines For Breastfeeding

The American Academy of Pediatrics has issued new recommendations for breastfeeding that emphasize the benefits and call for more support for nursing parents.

Robin Zabiegalski

CrossFit Athlete Kelsea Hellyar On The Mental Aspect Of Performance - Exclusive

Pro CrossFit athlete Kelsea Hellyar discussed the mental aspects of peak performance and how she keeps herself both mentally and physically ready for her work.

Robin Zabiegalski

OB-GYN And Cliovana Practitioner Dr. Caroline Colin On How Women Can Have Better Orgasms - Exclusive

OB-GYN Dr. Caroline Colin explained how women can have better orgasms and how the soundwave therapy of Cliovana helps with sexual dysfunction.

Felicia Lee

Surrogacy Attorney Evie Jeang Shares What You Should Know About Surrogate Parenting And IVF - Exclusive Interview

Surrogacy attorney Evie Jeang shares her experiences with surrogacy and IVF, including what to expect, how to prepare, and what pitfalls to avoid.

Ciara Lucas

Study Finds COVID-19 May Increase Your Risk Of These Three Neurological Conditions

Health experts have been trying to determine the effects of COVID-19 on the nervous system and brain. Now new research reveals a connection to these conditions.

Ciara Turner-Ewert

How Many Deaths Has The COVID Vaccine Actually Prevented?

COVID-19 was responsible for 415,000 deaths in the US in 2021. However, it turns out that this number could have been even larger if not for vaccines.

stressed out woman holding multiple office items

Beth Bradford

Why You Might Think Twice Before Muting Your Phone When Stressed

We sometimes believe we're receiving notifications when we're not. In other words, our minds are on our phones much more than we think.

Catherine Caruso

How The End Of Roe V. Wade Could Affect Access To Abortion Pills

Now that Roe v. Wade has been overturned, it will be increasingly challenging for many Americans to obtain access to abortion pills. Here is what to know.