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Opill, the first OTC birth control pill, has received FDA approval and will be available in physical and online stores in 2024.

According to a 2023 study, at least one forever chemical (PFAS) was found in almost half the tap and well water samples tested. Here's why that's concerning.

Despite being pretty safe, there are some people for whom teeth-whitening is not advised. Does this potentially include pregnant individuals?

Eating spicy foods can lead to a slew of health benefits. But can doing so actually cure the common cold? Here's what experts say, and what you should consider.

We often read about clinical trials that test the effectiveness of medications and vaccines. If you're wondering how you can be part of one, keep reading.

Aspartame, a common ingredient in diet sodas, has now come under scrutiny by the WHO's International Agency for Research on Cancer as a possible carcinogen.

Vital Proteins, the supplement company endorsed by Jennifer Aniston, voluntarily recalled its Collagen Peptides supplement. Here's what you need to know.

On Thursday, June 15, the Vaccines and Related Biological Products Advisory Committee will meet to review vaccine updates for the coming 2023 fall season.

As the COVID-19 pandemic evolved over the years, isolation guidelines evolved right along with it. Here's what you need to know about the updated guidelines.

Australia has already seen an early flu season (it's winter there now), and more kids are getting the flu this year. What does this mean for the United States?

A clinical trial research recently published showed promising results for a drug that appears to decrease the number of lung cancer patient deaths.

Results from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reveal that individuals continue to face cost-related barriers in accessing medications.

You may already know this, but winter isn't the only time of the year when you can get sick. Here's the viruses you should keep an eye out for this summer.

As the costly diabetes drug Ozempic continues to be in short supply across the United States, many are turning to a natural supplement to curb their appetites.

Most often seen in adolescents or young adults, symptoms frequently include a high fever, severe sore throat, swollen lymph nodes, and fatigue.

Cannabis products are popular choices to take the edge off. But a new study has found some evidence that it might be doing young men more harm than good.

Known as human metapneumovirus, data from the CDC shows that a surge of cases was detected through antigen tests during the first half of March 2023.

U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an advisory about the risk of social media on the mental health of adolescents. Here's what you need to know.

Health authorities are warning that mpox may resurge this summer. Here's what you need to know.

Flu vaccines need to be updated annually and can vary in effectiveness year to year, but a universal flu vaccine under clinical trial might change that.

There are all different types of sugar, from nutritive sweeteners to sugar alcohols. Read on to learn about the negative effects of sugar alcohols.

Peter Young, M.D., medical director for Keeps, gave an exclusive interview to Health Digest, debunking some of the most prevalent myths surrounding hair loss.

It can be tough to find healthy snack options when you're on the go but registered dietitian Shira Barlow has some suggestions that will keep you fueled.

Having bad breath can be an embarrassing situation, to say the least. Here's what you should know about conquering bad breath, according to an expert.

The first over-the-counter birth control pill may be on the horizon as one FDA advisory panel voted in its favor. Read on to learn more.

35% of teenagers use their preferred social media platform "almost constantly", but could this be harming their mental health? Here's what an expert has to say.

To find out if one can overdose on fentanyl through physical contact, we spoke to Megan Tangradi, clinical director at Achieve Wellness & Recovery.