What Is A Hypertrophic Scar?
After an injury, wounds over time are likely to form a scar. In fact, some may end up with what is known as a hypertrophic scar and it may look a bit different.
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Tips On How To Stay Safe When Flying While Pregnant
It's safe to say that most women take a number of precautions when pregnant, including staying safe when traveling. After all, there are a few tips to consider.
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FDA Approves Another COVID-19 Booster Choice
On October 19, the FDA granted emergency use authorization for the Novavax monovalent vaccine as a first booster dose for adults. Here's what you need to know.
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What The Chickenpox Vaccine Has Accomplished Since Its Introduction In 1995
When you think of chickenpox, you might think of a mildly irritating rash that young kids used to get. But since its introduction in 1995, a lot has changed.
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Alcohol Or Caffeine: Which Impacts Fertility More?
For some, the consumption of certain things like alcohol or caffeine is often implicated in the success or failure of fertility. But which one affects it more?
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Why Doctors May Soon Recommend Medication Along With Lifestyle Changes For Weight Loss
Anyone struggling with obesity understands how difficult it can be to lose weight.
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How To Do A Self Breast Exam
When it comes to breast cancer, early detection is key. Self breast exams are an important method of early detection. Here's how to do a self breast exam.
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What To Know About The RSV Surge And How To Best Protect Your Family
Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) has seen a surge in case numbers among children. Luckily, there are steps you can take to better protect your family.
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Study Shows This Generation Is Most Likely To Be Dishonest With Their Doctors
Many patients lie because they don't trust medical providers to have sufficient expertise or the ability to grasp the finer nuances of their health status.
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Exercise Or Sleep? Health Digest Survey Finds People's Preferred Form Of Self Care
Self-care is an essential tool for maintaining your well-being. We asked our readers their preferred method of self-care. Here is what they said.
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The Different Types Of Dental Implants Explained
There are various dental implant options. Therefore, it always helps to understand how each type of implant works before making a befitting choice.
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How IBS Can Impact Your Weight
If you frequently have gastrointestinal symptoms such as stomach cramping, pain, and bloating, you may have irritable bowel syndrome, commonly known as IBS.
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When Should You Be Concerned About Thyroid Nodules?
About 20% to 76% of adults are found to have thyroid nodules during an ultrasound. However, researchers are yet to understand why thyroid nodules form.
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Drinking 4 Cups Of Tea Has An Unexpected Health Benefit
Tea has been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. Here's what to know about research that's linking tea drinking to an unexpected health benefit.
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Experts Cast Votes To Decide If COVID Shots Should Be Routinely Recommended By Doctors
The CDC's advisory committee recently reviewed the list of recommended routine immunizations. Here's what that means for COVID-19 vaccines and boosters.
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Can Early Menopause Hit In Your 20s?
Early menopause is the onset of menopause before the age of 40. The symptoms are the same as menopause, which occurs later in life for some.
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Does Hygiene Affect Hair Growth?
Maintaining healthy hair and scalp is something everyone should strive for. Nonetheless, some believe dirty hair grows faster than clean hair. So, is it true?
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The Best Ways To Balance Your Sebum Production
Often at the root of acne breakouts is an imbalance of sebum production. Sebum is a fatty oil produced by the skin's sebaceous glands.
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Tips For Exercising When You Have Acid Reflux
Though exercise is beneficial to everyone, it may trigger flare-ups in those with acid reflux. Here are some tips to help you avoid uncomfortable symptoms.
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Are Noninvasive Colon Screening Tests The Future Of Colon Cancer Prevention?
Noninvasive colon screening tests motivate more people to get screened for colon cancer. In fact, some wonder if they could be the future of colon prevention.
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What Does It Feel Like To Have A Manic Episode?
One feature that sets bipolar disorder apart from depression — regardless of the type of bipolar disorder — is the experience of mania or hypomania.
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Tips For Recovering From The Flu
It's important to treat your body right when you're recovering from the flu, not only to ease your way out of it, but also to avoid prolonging your illness.
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Here's What A Cardiologist Eats For A Healthy Heart
In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, board-certified cardiologist Dr. Elizabeth Klodas shares what she eats to keep her heart healthy.
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Could A Person's Desire To Drink Alcohol Be Driven By Genetics?
Our genes play a role in nearly everything we do and every choice we make. A new study tells us if they can affect how much alcohol we drink.
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Can Social Interaction Play A Role In Fitness Motivation?
We often want to skip our workouts, but if we work out with friends, they keep us accountable. Learn how social interaction might aid in fitness motivation.
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Can Cannabis Help You Lose Weight?
While a healthy diet and exercise can help you lose weight, can cannabis assist in your goals as well? Here's what to know about cannabis and weight loss.
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Health Digest Survey: Which Popular Diet Do Most People Have No Interest In Trying?
With so many diets out there, Health Digest was curious about what popular diet our readers have no interest in trying, regardless of potential benefits.
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