Oedema (also known as edema) is the medical term for fluid retention or swelling.

There is currently no cure for lupus, although a new study is providing hope for patients.

Recent detection of poliovirus in the Northeast has government officials urging those who are unvaccinated to receive their series of polio shots.

Mark Long, long-time competitor on "The Challenge" and its spin-offs, discussed how he's stayed in shape as he's aged and shared his best fitness tips.

Psychologist Dr. Edith Eger discussed surviving the Holocaust, how she rediscovered joy, and how she hopes her new course will help others' mental health.

If you're struggling with your eczema throughout the night, you may have come across several home remedies. Luckily, there are a few easy tips that can help.

A new longitudinal study found that even just slightly curbing our social media habits can have a positive impact on our physical and emotional well-being.

What do we do when we're faced with a stiff, aching neck after waking up? How do we best treat it, and how can we figure out why our neck is so sore?

Some chemotherapy drugs act primarily on cancer cells and white blood cells in bone marrow, weakening the immune system while destroying cancer cells.

There are many forms of pain relief that aren't safe to take if you have high blood pressure. Find out if Tylenol is one of them.

You may have seen people using gua sha tools online, but the practice stems back before the Stone Age. Gua sha focuses on meridians throughout our bodies.

Cigars and cigarettes both contain toxic properties. But do cigars expose you to the same levels of toxins as cigarettes, making them a safer alternative?

Air conditioning systems help ensure the circulation of clean air. However, your AC may be to blame if you've noticed you've been coughing more than usual.

Ever catch yourself humming your favorite tune? Turns out, you may be giving yourself a hefty dose of health benefits with each melodic inhale and exhale.

Insomnia can wreak havoc on your life, making you tired and stressed during the day. It can also potentially lead to health problems.

The first trimester of pregnancy is counted from the first day of your last period to the end of week 13. Here's what you can expect during this 3-month period.

If you want to try a fitness class but are unsure where to start, Health Digest has the results on which popular fitness classes people are least likely to try.

Dr. Luis Manrique-Trujillo spoke to Health Digest about the obstacles facing LatinX patients with MS.

Green tea has a wide variety of health benefits. Discover how drinking it can help improve your gut health.

There are a number of treatment options available for endometriosis. Here are the treatments available for endometriosis and what you should know about them.

High intensity interval training, or HIIT, is an extremely popular workout regimen. Learn when it's best to avoid doing a HIIT workout.

Millions of Americans have diabetes, and of those 90% have type 2. Here's everything you might not know about this health condition.

A new study reveals that taking a daily multivitamin may help prevent dementia in older people. Learn all about the study and its results.

CBD has exploded in popularity in recent years, touted as a cure-all for many conditions. Learn about how CBD may help treat multiple sclerosis symptoms.

Need a quick snack on the go or a protein boost for your workout? Protein bars are convenient, but not all are made equal. Here's our list from worst to best.

UTIs are typically painful and frustrating, but can present differently in men versus women. Learn about the similar and different symptoms in each sex.

World Health Organization Director-General Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus announced that a finish line is now in sight for the end of the COVID-19 pandemic.