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Amy Boyington

Dehydration Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Water does more for our bodies than staving off thirst. In fact, it's essential for bodily processes like regulating temperature to getting rid of waste.

Jay Wilson

What You Should Do If You Feel Like You're Getting A Cold

Feeling fatigued, sniffly, with a tickle in your throat? You may be coming down with a cold -- but acting early can help ease symptoms and speed things along.

A. Sooter

Simple Ways To Prevent A Carpal Tunnel Flare-Up

Once carpal tunnel syndrome is diagnosed, there are several things the patient can do to reduce their risk of symptoms flaring. Here are a few ways to try.

Joanna Marie

How Is Your Weight Affected By Your Lupus Diagnosis?

Systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) is a chronic autoimmune condition. The medications, stress, and symptoms can affect weight. Here's what you need to know.

Erin Marie

How Long Does It Take For You To Get Frostbite?

In cases of frostbite, the tissues underneath our skin (as well as the skin itself) can freeze. The time it takes to freeze varies depending on these factors.

Joanna Marie

What To Include In Your Diet If You Have COPD

COPD is a progressive disease that affects the lungs of millions of people worldwide. Here are the best foods to eat if you have COPD.

Victoriahope McAuliffe

Is There A Link Between Migraines And Epilepsy?

Understanding what epilepsy and migraines are, as well as their symptoms, is the first step to understanding the connection between the two conditions.

Meredith Cooper

What You Can Do To Decrease Your Risk Of Kidney Stones

There are things you can do to help lower your odds of developing kidney stones, even if you've had them in the past. Here are a few of them.

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A. Sooter

The Real Difference Between Heart Rate And Pulse

The words "pulse" and "heart rate" are used in seemingly identical situations, yet some define them differently. But what do they mean, exactly?

Joanna Marie

Is There A Genetic Link To Male Pattern Baldness?

Aging brings with it many changes, and for many men, that includes hair loss. But are genetics responsible for male pattern baldness? Let's find out.

Joanna Marie

Does Lupus Have Any Effect On Your Eye Health?

Lupus can cause a variety of eye-related complications. Here's what to know and what you have to look out for, as well as when you should see a doctor.

Beth Bradford

How To Use Kinesiology Tape For Plantar Fasciitis Pain

The plantar fascia is a ligament under your foot connecting your toes to your heel that can get inflamed with repetitive stress. Kinesiology tape can help.

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Heather Collins

What You Need To Do To Prepare Your Body For Chemotherapy

Before going through chemo, it's important to learn about your options, goals, and potential side effects in order to prepare yourself. Read on to learn more.

Beth Bradford

Are Allergies Causing You To Feel Dizzy?

Dizziness can be caused by many things including dehydration, ear infections, certain medications, low blood sugar, and anxiety. But what about allergies?

Lisabeth Fauble

Inside The Connection Between Stress And MS

MS is an autoimmune disease characterized by inflammation of the central nervous system. However, there is also an important interplay between MS and stress.

healthyNick

A Rheumatologist Debunks Myths About Lupus Diagnosis

In an exclusive interview, Health Digest spoke with Dr. Anca Askanase, rheumatologist and Professor of Medicine, to learn more about popular lupus myths.

Joanna Marie

How Crohn's Disease Can Affect Your Weight

In some cases, people with Crohn's disease may also experience additional symptoms such as reduced appetite and weight loss. Here's what to look out for.

Joanna Marie

What Are Plantar Warts And How Do You Treat Them?

It is important to treat plantar warts promptly, as they can become painful and might interfere with daily activities. Here's how to identify and treat them.

Brynna Standen

What Is Causing You To Wake Up With Heartburn?

Many people with GERD notice that they wake up with heartburn. Talk about a rude awakening! So, what causes heartburn in the morning? Let's take a look.

Joanna Marie

Is There A Link Between Diabetes And Hair Loss?

Diabetes is a medical condition in which the body cannot produce or effectively use insulin. It turns out that diabetes might also contribute to hair loss.

Jeremy Brown

Tips For Lowering Your Risk Of Glaucoma

Glaucoma can lead to total vision loss but fortunately, there are lifestyle changes you can make to help lower your risk of developing the condition.

healthyNick

Study Shows How 20 Minutes Of Exercise A Day Can Keep A Hospital Stay Away

A new study found that just 20 minutes of physical activity each day can decrease your risk of hospitalization for a number of diseases.

Joanna Marie

What Is Insulin Resistance And Who Is At Risk?

Your pancreas makes insulin which helps to regulate glucose levels in the blood. When this doesn't happen, however, insulin resistance may be to blame.

Erin Marie

MLB Champion And Broadcaster Tim McCarver's Cause Of Death Explained

Tim McCarver, the All-Star catcher and famous broadcaster, has died at the age of 81.

Joanna Marie

Does Lupus Affect Your Gastrointestinal Health?

Lupus is a chronic autoimmune condition that causes inflammation and tissue damage and may affect various body parts. But can it also affect your GI tract?

Joanna Marie

The 4 Stages Of COPD Explained

COPD is a chronic respiratory condition that affects the lungs and makes it difficult for people to breathe. Here are the four stages of COPD.

Adeline Jasinski

Breast Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide

Breast cancer affects both men and women of any ethnic background, at any stage of life. Here's a comprehensive guide to help reduce your risk of breast cancer.