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This year's flu season has been the worst in over a decade. Learn how the government is using the COVID response model to handle rising hospitalizations.

On December 1, 2022, the Biden administration unveiled a plan that aims to put an end to HIV/AIDS for good. Here's what you should know about the plan.

With the holidays around the corner, grabbing a mindfulness gift (for yourself or others) may not be a bad idea. Here are some of the best options.

Anabolic steroids are often misused or abused, which can be fatal. Both the immediate and long-term side effects can wreak havoc on your health.

Eating plays a huge role in how we feel -- and not just in regards to digestion. So what happens when our gut isn't happy, and how can we help make it better?

Shingles is an inconvenient and painful condition. But new research shows that shingles may increase a person's risk for other long-lasting complications, too.

As newer studies examine cardiac procedures, specific differences in recovery processes and re-admittance in patients point to race as a potential cause.

Without donors, people in need of blood are in trouble. A long overdue change in policy may open doors for more donors, aligning with science, not orientation.

There's a lot of information in sewage that you'd never expect. Learn how testing sewage can help health officials to target and mitigate outbreaks of polio.

Alternative milk seems to be all the rage these days. With a plethora of types and brands to choose from, we set out to know which is the most popular.

Carpal tunnel syndrome can come with plenty of aches and pains. But new research suggests there may soon be a new, low-cost, minimally-invasive way to treat it.

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Titania Jordan, Chief Parenting Officer at Bark Technologies shares how social media impacts teen mental health.

A plant-based diet benefits blood pressure, heart health, and weight loss. As it turns out, it may also be linked with a decrease in colorectal cancer in men.

WHO has officially approved a new name for monkeypox. In fact, the global health agency was quick to explain the reasoning behind the alteration.

Cold sores can be unpleasant but luckily there are many products available to help bring relief. Here is the most popular cold sore remedy amongst our readers.

Want to help someone who knows they need and want better sleep this season? Here's a list of gift ideas for that sleep-deprived person in your life.

Climate change affects many different aspects of life, potentially including your health. Discover how experts say climate change may impact your lung health.

Plant food is generally considered a very healthy aspect of our diets. Now new research is highlighting its ability to potentially fight cognitive decline.

To find out which over-the-counter immune system support supplement is most preferred by readers of Health Digest, we conducted an exclusive survey.

Since the COVID-19 pandemic, rates of measles vaccination in children have fallen significantly. Learn why experts say more prevention is needed post-pandemic.

Air pollution exposure is gaining interest as researchers attempt to understand its impact on us as we age.

On top of living with IBS, you also have to think about the stress that comes with the holiday season. Luckily, there are tips that could help manage symptoms.

In an exclusive Health Digest survey, we asked people to determine what preferred brand of antacid most reach for when experiencing heartburn or indigestion.

There is a new drug approved for the treatment of hemophilia that's gaining a lot of attention.

Experts continue to express concern over medication shortages as we move further into cold and flu season, particularly when it comes to children.

High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects nearly half of Americans. In a new study, researchers found it can affect mental health.

New research reveals what one natural sweetener can do for your cardiometabolic health and blood sugar levels.