Health Conditions

Cerebral palsy is a motor disorder that's typically diagnosed early in a child's life. Here's what you need to know about the causes, symptoms, and treatments.

To figure out which OTC flu medicine is preferred by readers of Health Digest, we asked 610 readers to choose their go-to product. Here's what they had to say.

Many people switching are from cigarettes to vaping hoping that it is less harmful to health. But can you still get lung cancer with vaping?

Crohn's is an inflammatory bowel disease that can affect not only the digestive tract but other parts of the body. Here's what you should know.

If your eyelid is red and swollen with a stye, you may be wondering if it is contagious to other people. This is what you need to know about styes.

Ulcerative colitis causes inflammation and ulcers in the digestive tract. These are the best exercises to help manage symptoms when you have ulcerative colitis.

Alcohol use disorder is a serious condition affecting many Americans. Learn how a heart disease pill may help to reduce alcohol cravings, according to a study.

If you've been experiencing some constipation, you may consider taking Miralax. However, it's best to know how long it'll take to start working.

You are probably familiar with anorexia and bulimia, but several other conditions also involve disordered eating. Here are the ones you may not have heard of.

Allergies can be a pain, and they are something you may suffer from all year, even if you're spending most of your time indoors. Here are some inside allergens.

If you have seasonal allergies, you may notice that they get worse in the afternoon or evening hours. Here's why your allergies may feel worse later in the day.

If you grind your teeth at night, you may have considered trying a mouth guard. But are upper or lower night guards best for you? Read on to find out.

Have you ever considered using home remedies like witch hazel for hemorrhoids? Can it help or is it a bad idea to use witch hazel for hemorrhoid relief?

While the vagina naturally maintains its pH balance, sometimes, it may get thrown off. Read on to find out if garlic tablets can help restore vaginal pH levels.

Migraines can be debilitating under any circumstance, but especially at work. If you need to combat a migraine while you're on the job, here are some tips.

Cancer seems unavoidable, and while today that may be, in the future, it may not. A new study predicts how and when cervical cancer will no longer be an issue.

Here's what you need to know about the causes, symptoms and treatments for eye strain.

Autism may present differently in women than in men which may lead to misdiagnoses and mental health issues. Here are the most common signs of autism in women.

Marked by diarrhea, fever, and chills, listeriosis can potentially make you very ill. Here's what the CDC wants you to know about the latest listeria outbreak.

If you have Sjögren's syndrome, following a specific diet can help manage your symptoms. Discover foods you should eat when following the Sjögren's diet.

SSRIs are commonly prescribed to individuals with depression and other mental health conditions. Read on to find out what you need to know about SSRIs.

Pink eye and styes are two common eye infections that share a few similar symptoms. The causes for each are different and treatment varies for both conditions.

Women and female mice recover from acute kidney injury (AKI) better than males, and the reason has been a mystery. But a new study may have the answer.

Outcomes from a clinical trial have shown that not only can vaccines be effective for breast cancer treatment, but they're likely to be safe.

Crohn's disease can severely impact quality of life, but some lifestyle choices like regular exercise can help manage symptoms. Here are a few workouts to try.

Sometimes, the fatigue you're feeling isn't because of something you're doing; it may be a medical condition that needs addressing. Here are some examples.

Lyme disease is a mysterious and often misunderstood condition. We're here to dispel some myths you should stop believing about Lyme.