Health Conditions

Diabetes is commonly associated with complications such as kidney problems and heart disease. It can also impact your joints. Here's why.

While Crohn's disease primarily affects the digestive system and small intestine, it turns out it can also significantly affect bone health. Here's why.

There are several things that can cause stiff knees. Luckily, however, there are measures you can take at home to help with knee stiffness.

COPD (chronic obstructive pulmonary disease) and lung cancer are two different diseases that affect the lungs, but they are closely related in several ways.

Singer/choreographer Paula Abdul says she has the autoimmune disorder lupus. Here's what we know about this condition and how it has affected Abdul.

Glaucoma is an eye condition that can potentially lead to vision loss. Here are the different types of glaucoma as well as how they're treated.

While many who have taken Ozempic for weight loss are experiencing impressive results, some are reporting "Ozempic face" as a side effect of the drug.

After having a baby, your bladder control may not be as strong as it was pre-pregnancy. Here's why postpartum incontinence is so common.

Multiple sclerosis is a neurological disease with no clear known cause, but there are many potential risk factors and triggers -- some of which are less common.

A urinary tract infection, or UTI, is an unpleasant and often uncomfortable infection that impacts the urinary tract. Here's how it can affect quality of life.

In people with lupus, the body begins to attack itself. In some cases, the mouth can be affected, which presents various challenges to oral health.

Characterized by a hacking cough that can linger for upwards of two weeks, many may wonder how long they may be contagious when catching the infection.

While many people may know what a urinary tract infection (UTI) is, perhaps not everyone is aware of how many different types of UTIs there are.

If your doctor diagnoses you with a thyroid condition, you are not alone. At least 12% of Americans will develop thyroid dysfunction in their lifetime.

In an exclusive interview, Health Digest spoke with Dr. J. Ben Wilkinson, an oncologist, about steps you can take to reduce your risk of prostate cancer.

After the COVID-19 and mpox outbreaks, you may have questions about other pandemics. Health Digest spoke with Dr. Park to ask if a polio epidemic could happen.

Good news is on the horizon for those who take insulin as pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly plans to lower costs for this potentially life-saving medication.

An FDA panel recently voted in favor of Pfizer's RSV vaccine despite some concerning health issues that arose during clinical trials.

Our knee joint is one of the joints in our body, most primed for mobility. But it is also among those most prone to stiffness. Here's what to look out for.

Cancer treatments like chemotherapy may seem impossible to undergo while pregnant, but if done at the correct time, it may still be a safe treatment.

Jackie Goldschneider discussed her recovery from disordered eating and her decision to limit her time on "The Real Housewives of New Jersey."

You may think blurry vision is no big deal. But if your vision suddenly gets blurry, or prescription lenses don't correct your poor eyesight, pay attention.

We've long known that polluted air increases the risk of lung diseases. More recent research also highlights a link between pollution and neurological issues.

Lupus is an autoimmune disorder affecting different body parts, including the skin, joints, kidneys, and brain. Could anxiety be among its symptoms?

Differentiating between flu and COVID can be tricky. However, doing so just became a little easier thanks to a new at-home test. Here's what to know.

A nail infection, or paronychia, is an infection that affects the skin around the nail. Prompt care can keep it from getting worse. Here's how to treat it.

People with Type 1 diabetes must carefully balance their insulin doses with their food intake and physical activity, and this requires planning.