Actress Kirstie Alley passed away at 71 from colon cancer and her death has doctors issuing an important warning. Read on to find out what you should know.
More and more studies are finding that our mental and physical health are inextricably linked. So can your gut bacteria play a role in your mental health?
Most of us will experience a nose bleed at some point, and while they're typically harmless, it's helpful to know how to prevent and stop one. Here's the scoop.
Getting the cold can be a real bummer. Now, scientists may have identified a new factor in why we get them, suggesting they don't call it a cold for no reason.
You probably know you should brush and floss for good oral health, but you may not know that certain habits might be harming your teeth. Here's the scoop.
Growth hormone deficiency is a condition that can affect children and adults, resulting in poor growth and other health problems. Here's what you need to know.
While allergy shots are given to avoid the pesky symptoms that come along with allergies, you should also be aware of how long each appointment will take.
If you're having surgery, you're likely to get some type of anesthesia. However, with local anesthesia, there are various drugs and ways to administer them.
Some stimming, such as hair pulling or head banging, can be harmful. In these cases, it is important to learn to manage stimming to avoid any complications
A recent study in the Journal of the American Heart Association says having shingles can increase your risk of heart disease or stroke for 12 years or more.
While not as common as other diseases, meningitis affects a sizeable proportion of U.S. individuals each year. Here are the symptoms you shouldn't ignore.
Learn about getting access to home health care, what types of home health care are available, and some of the health care services that can be provided at home.
Abnormal vaginal bleeding is by far the most common symptom of endometrial cancer. However, there are some more unexpected symptoms as well. Keep reading.
In an exclusive interview, Health Digest spoke with Dr. Simran Malhotra, MD, a triple board-certified physician, to learn what dying people want you to realize.