In an exclusive interview, Health Digest spoke with Dr. Melinda Elliott, a neonatologist, who shared the dos and don'ts for friends and family of NICU parents.
The newest CDC data shows startling increases in sexual violence and trauma in girls, leading to higher rates of feelings of hopelessness and depression.
While diet and exercise can help you maintain healthy blood sugar levels, it turns out that being married may help keep your blood sugar in check as well.
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.
Lead exposure can pose serious health risks to young children. The FDA is recommending new industry guidelines regarding lead levels in processed baby foods.
In most cases, a child's fever will go away within a few days. But sometimes, a fever can signify a more serious condition that warrants medical attention.
Signs of dehydration in children are numerous, and it is important to recognize them so the child can receive proper treatment. Here's what you should know.
Is sleeping alone better for you than sleeping next to someone you love? Let's look at what happens to your body when you stop sleeping next to your partner.
Many parents are trying to care for their kids during the peak of cold and flu season but are struggling to find medications. Here's what experts recommend.
Kissing has a long and interesting history. But what really happens when you kiss your partner? Discover the good and bad side effects of kissing here.
Roughly 3 out of 10 children grind their teeth by the age of 5. Night guards are typically the go-to treatment for bruxism, but are they safe for children?
RSV is a common childhood illness currently circulating the population of young children in the U.S. Here's what one pediatrician recommends you can do.
For many, the holidays are the most stressful time of year. If you're dreading seeing family, these tips from Maria A. Mirabella, LMFT, may ease the strain.
People can struggle to balance the demands of work and family responsibilities in an equitable way within a marriage. Here's how that can affect your health.
Neuroticism is one of the "Big Five" personality traits. Understanding this trait can help you interact with others and nurture your personal relationships.
Online romance scammers are on the hunt for money, not love. But romance scams can harm victims beyond financial loss. Here's the impact on their mental health.