What Is 'Ozempic Face' And Can It Be Treated?
While many who have taken Ozempic for weight loss are experiencing impressive results, some are reporting "Ozempic face" as a side effect of the drug.
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How To Desensitize Your Gag Reflex
For those who have a sensitive gag reflex, going to the dentist or even brushing your teeth can be highly unpleasant. Here's how to desensitize your gag reflex.
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Signs Your Cortisol Levels Are High
Cortisol levels naturally fluctuate throughout the day. However, it's best to know when levels get too high. Luckily, there are a number of signs that can help.
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Why Incontinence After Pregnancy Is So Common
After having a baby, your bladder control may not be as strong as it was pre-pregnancy. Here's why postpartum incontinence is so common.
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Is It Safe To Drink Alcohol When Taking Mucinex?
Many medications can help you feel better when catching a cold, like Mucinex. However, some wonder if it's safe to drink alcohol while on the medication.
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LASIK Versus PRK: Which Eye Surgery Is Best For You?
In order to get perfect vision, many opt for a solution like LASIK or PRK. To decide which procedure to go with, it's best to have all the information on hand.
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Signs You Could Have High Levels Of Dopamine
When dopamine levels are low, people may experience a lack of motivation and decreased happiness. But high dopamine levels can also affect the body and mind.
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11 Uncommon Triggers Of Multiple Sclerosis
Multiple sclerosis is a neurological disease with no clear known cause, but there are many potential risk factors and triggers -- some of which are less common.
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Why You Should Never Use The Same Razor You Shave Your Body With To Shave Your Face
Because our skin is so different from one area to the next, certain parts of our body - like our face - are best served with different razors. Here's why.
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The Negative Impact UTIs Can Have On Your Quality Of Life
A urinary tract infection, or UTI, is an unpleasant and often uncomfortable infection that impacts the urinary tract. Here's how it can affect quality of life.
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How Lupus Affects Your Oral Health
In people with lupus, the body begins to attack itself. In some cases, the mouth can be affected, which presents various challenges to oral health.
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Tips On Preparing For A Mammogram
Mammograms are a standard procedure recommended for all women with breast tissue over age 50. Here's what you should know ahead of time to prepare.
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Tips For Weaning Off Zoloft
When stopping Zoloft, especially too quickly, you may experience certain unpleasant withdrawal symptoms. Here's what you need to know about weaning off Zoloft.
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What To Expect When Taking Accutane
Accutane, also known as isotretinoin, is used to treat acne that has not responded to other treatments. It can have several side effects. Here's what to know.
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How Long Are You Contagious When You Have Bronchitis?
Characterized by a hacking cough that can linger for upwards of two weeks, many may wonder how long they may be contagious when catching the infection.
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How Many Types Of UTIs Are There?
While many people may know what a urinary tract infection (UTI) is, perhaps not everyone is aware of how many different types of UTIs there are.
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What Is Birch Water And Is It Good For You?
Birch water can provide a whole range of benefits, even without being directly ingested. Either way, some may even prefer it over other natural drinks.
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DMX's Fiancée Opens Up About Their Son's Chronic Kidney Disease
Desiree Lindstrom, fiancée of late rapper DMX, is spreading awareness about their son's chronic kidney disease. Here's what to know about the condition.
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You're Drinking Too Much Soda If This Happens To You
How can you know if you're drinking too much soda? If any of these things happen to you, it's a pretty good indication that you should slow down and cut back.
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How Thyroid Dysfunction May Lead To Diabetes
If your doctor diagnoses you with a thyroid condition, you are not alone. At least 12% of Americans will develop thyroid dysfunction in their lifetime.
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3 Foods That Can Help Prevent Prostate Cancer, According To An Oncologist
In an exclusive interview, Health Digest spoke with Dr. J. Ben Wilkinson, an oncologist, about steps you can take to reduce your risk of prostate cancer.
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Infectious Disease Expert Weighs In On Whether A Polio Epidemic Can Happen Again
After the COVID-19 and mpox outbreaks, you may have questions about other pandemics. Health Digest spoke with Dr. Park to ask if a polio epidemic could happen.
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Eli Lilly Becomes First Pharmaceutical Company To Cap Insulin Prices For Those On Private Insurance
Good news is on the horizon for those who take insulin as pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly plans to lower costs for this potentially life-saving medication.
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How Quickly Are COVID-19 Cases Increasing Among Children?
Due in large part to the spread of the delta variant, COVID-19 cases are increasing in children -- and they are increasingly quickly.
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Everything To Know About How COVID-19 Can Affect Children
Here's everything you need to know about how COVID-19 can affect children – and how you and your family can remain protected.
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Can COVID-19 Symptoms Recur After Taking Paxlovid?
Paxlovid, a drug developed by Pfizer, has emergency use authorization for some patients with COVID-19. But some are reporting a recurrence of the virus.
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What's It Like To Get COVID-19 When You're Vaccinated?
If you are vaccinated and get a breakthrough COVID-19 infection, your symptoms are likely to be milder and last fewer days.
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