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Robin Rothstein

Why The US Team Is Making Mental Health A Priority For Olympic Athletes

As members of Team USA begin their strive for gold at this year's Winter Olympics, a team of mental health specialists will be available to help the nation's top athletes preserve their sense of balance as they compete during a pandemic.

Robin Zabiegalski

Peloton Instructor Emma Lovewell Explains Why Joyful Movement Is The Key To Fitness – Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Lovewell revealed how finding a movement program you love is the key to reaching all your fitness goals.

Kimberly Smith

Why You Should Be Taking Your High Blood Pressure Seriously

Your blood pressure can rise and fall throughout the day, but high numbers on a regular basis should not be ignored -- especially if you experience a very high spike.

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Erin Marie

Performance-Enhancing Supplements Could Affect Your Health, Even If They're Legal

Many companies sell performance-enhancing supplements direct-to-consumer, but experts warn of the dangers to our health, even if they're legal.

Vincent Madrone

Does Marijuana Affect Your Brain Years After Use?

The effects of marijuana on cognition and brain functioning are a highly contentious issue. Of particular concern is how long the possible negative effects of cannabis use may last. Do they lead to lifelong problems? Or do they simply fade away soon after the plant's psychoactive effects wear off?

Kimberly Smith

Why You Might Want To Consider A Colon Cancer Screening Sooner Rather Than Later

The recommended age to begin colon cancer screening has recently dropped from 50 to 45, per the CDC. What is the reason for this, and is it truly important?

Robin Rothstein

These Are The Ten Worst Foods For Your Health, According To Experts

The New York Post has assembled a top 10 list of food no-nos that may help you take a permanent break from what have become staples in many Americans' diets.

Robin Zabiegalski

Dr. Priyanka Wali Explains How Medical School Prepared Her For Stand-Up Comedy – Exclusive

In an interview with Health Digest, Dr. Priyanka Wali revealed how stand-up comedy came into her life and how being a doctor prepared her for being a comedian.

Robin Zabiegalski

HypochondriActor Co-Host Priyanka Wali On Being A Doctor During The Pandemic – Exclusive

In an interview with Health Digest, Priyanka Wali, HypochondriActor co-host, detailed the difficulty of being a doctor in a family of doctors during a pandemic.

Yoga teacher Thara Natalie does half moon pose

Robin Zabiegalski

Yoga Is About So Much More Than Just Poses, According To Yoga Teacher Thara Natalie – Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Thara Natalie detailed how she makes her personal yoga practice and classes about more than just the poses.

Catherine Caruso

CDC Reveals The Best Way To Protect Yourself Against The Omicron Variant

As the Omicron variant of COVID-19 spreads like wildfire across the United States, you may be wondering the best way to protect yourself.

Erin Marie

Why Some Health Experts Think There Might Be A Light At The End Of The Pandemic Tunnel

The last few years have been a rollercoaster for people across the globe -- but now, many experts are saying that there is light at the end of the COVID-19 tunnel.

Erin Marie

Louie Anderson's Cause Of Death Explained

At the age of 68, stand-up comedian, Emmy Award-winning actor, author, and game show host Louie Anderson died Friday, Jan. 21 after a battle with cancer.

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Robin Zabiegalski

Reiki Healer Thara Natalie Explains How The Practice Changed Her Life – Exclusive

In an exclusive interview with Health Digest, Thara Natalie shares the story of her first experience with Reiki and how she decided to become an energy healer.

Anne Taylor

Louie Anderson's Cancer Diagnosis Explained

Comedian and actor Louie Anderson is currently seeking treatment for cancer. Here's what you should know.

Kimberly Smith

Why A Fourth Vaccine Dose Might Not Be The Solution For The Omicron Surge

While a fourth dose of the COVID-19 vaccine has not yet been recommended for the general population, that could change amidst the Omicron surge.

Robin Rothstein

Chris Evert's Ovarian Cancer Diagnosis Explained

Retired tennis champion and current broadcaster for ESPN Chris Evert recently revealed that she has ovarian cancer. Here is her diagnosis explained.

Thara Natalie stands outside with her hands in prayer

Robin Zabiegalski

Yoga Teacher And Reiki Healer Thara Natalie On Manifesting Intentions In The New Year - Exclusive

In an interview with Health Digest, Thara Natalie shares how she sets intentions for and during each year, and how she manifests those intentions.

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Anne Taylor

YouTuber Adalia Rose's Rare Progeria Diagnosis Explained

YouTube star Adalia Rose Williams died on January 12th from Hutchinson-Gilford progeria syndrome.

Erin Marie

Everything We Know About Biden's Plan To Provide Free Masks To Americans

The Biden administration is increasing mask availability in an effort to slow the spread of the omicron variant, and they'll be free to Americans.

Close-up of woman wearing N95 medical face mask.

Nicole LaMarco

How Long Does An N95 Mask Last Before You Have To Throw It Out?

Unless you're a medical professional trying to avoid cross-contamination, you can typically wear an N95 mask for about a week, or 40 hours.

Full ICU beds with patients on ventilators

Erin Marie

Why Hospitals In These States Are Struggling The Most Amid The Omicron Surge

As the spread of the COVID-19 Omicron variant continues to impact the U.S., many states are facing challenges in providing care to hospital patients.

sign that reads "deltacron covid variant"

Nicole LaMarco

Everything You Need To Know About The Claims Of A Deltacron Variant

Neither Delta nor Omicron have been welcome news during the COVID-19 pandemic, and now there are claims of a Deltacron variant. Is this variant real?

Robin Rothstein

Is The Early Data On The Omicron Variant Cause For Concern?

Some research shows that Omicron is generally less severe than Delta on an individual level, but that doesn't mean we should let our guards down.

Robin Rothstein

Jenna Jameson's Guillain-Barre Syndrome Diagnosis Explained

Former adult film star Jenna Jameson revealed on January 10 that she likely has a rare illness, Guillain-Barré Syndrome (GBS).

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Erin Marie

How Pigs Might Change The Future Of Organ Donation

The first successful pig-to-human heart transplant on January 7, 2022, might radically change the future of organ donations for heart patients.

Erin Marie

Sidney Poitier's Cause Of Death Explained

Sidney Poitier, actor, producer, director, author, and diplomat, is dead at age 94. Prime Minister of the Bahamas, Clint Watson, confirmed his cause of death.