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Beth Bradford

What Is The Genetic Theory Of Aging?

Aging is a natural part of life, but understanding the process and its effects have long been a topic of research This is what the genetic theory of aging says.

Amanda Vining

What Are The Different Types Of Aging?

The process of aging is perhaps the most natural experience that everyone goes through. However, some may not be aware of the different types of aging.

Diana Bocco

What Are The Most Common Side Effects Of The Shingles Vaccine?

There's currently only one available vaccine against shingles in the U.S.: Shingrix. These are the most common side effects of this shingles vaccine.

Erin Marie

Why You Should Never Spray Perfume Near Your Groin

You may dab it on your neck or the insides of your wrists, but there are some places on the body where it's best never to spray perfume, like the groin.

Joanna Marie

Are Noncomedogenic Products Better For Your Skin?

Noncomedogenic products are specifically designed to not clog pores. Does that mean that they're better for your skin? Here's what you need to know.

Joanna Marie

What Is The Difference Between Endometriosis And PCOS?

Endometriosis and PCOS are two separate conditions that affect the reproductive system. While both conditions can have similar symptoms, treatment is different.

Joanna Marie

Can You Get Chlamydia In Your Eyes?

Though chlamydia is often known as a sexual disease, it can also affect the eyes - a condition known as trachoma. Learn how this happens and how to prevent it.

Brynna Standen

What Happens To Your Body When You Stop Sleeping In Bed With Your Partner?

Is sleeping alone better for you than sleeping next to someone you love? Let's look at what happens to your body when you stop sleeping next to your partner.

healthyNick

FDA Set To Fast-Track New Drug To Prevent Infant RSV

With RSV recently being the number one cause of infant hospitalizations, many parents are looking forward to the FDA's decision on the potential drug.

Erin Marie

What Happens To Your Body In A Cold House?

When temperatures begin to drop during the winter, we feel it immediately. Here's how plunging temperatures can take a physical and mental toll on our health.

healthyNick

How A Combination Of Medication And The Atkins Diet Could Help Treat Epilepsy

Although the benefits of the Atkins diet are debated, there may be a new advantage of the diet, especially for people on medication for epilepsy

Erin Marie

Research Reveals The Mental Health Toll Cancer Can Take On A Patient's Spouse

Helping a spouse who has cancer can feel overwhelming and scary. Now research suggests there's evidence it can impact one's mental health. Here's what to know.

Erin Demmer

Ways To Treat Longer Than Average Periods

Women who experience a longer-than-average menstrual cycle understand how painful and inconvenient it can be. Luckily, there are different ways to treat it.

Jay Wilson

Reasons Why Your Eyebrow Won't Stop Twitching

Why do eyebrow twitches happen in the first place, and how can you stop them? Here are some of the possible reasons why your eyebrow won't stop twitching.

Joanna Marie

Eczema Versus Shingles: Here's How To Distinguish Between The Two

About 1 in 3 people in the U.S. have a skin condition. Some are minor and resolve themselves with time, while others require medical treatment from a doctor.

Jeremy Brown

How Long Does It Take For An Enema To Work?

An enema is a last-resort intervention for people experiencing constipation. The goal is to help relieve the condition and restore regular bowel activity.

Erin Demmer

Anton Syndrome Explained

It may surprise you that there are people who are blind, but adamantly refuse to accept their condition. Learn more about Anton Syndrome and how it develops.

Erin Marie

How To Avoid Winter-Hazard Related Injuries

While the first snowfall of the year has a magical energy, it also increases the odds of accidents and injuries. Here's how you can stay safein winter weather.

Joanna Marie

What Causes Flaky Eyelids?

The skin on the eyelid is thinner and more delicate than the rest of the body's skin. But the eyelids can sometimes become flaky and dry for several reasons.

Brynna Standen

Can Poor Sleep Quality Lead To Lower Back Pain?

For people with lower back pain, productive sleep can be hard to come by. But what if poor sleep is what's actually causing low back pain in the first place?

Diana Bocco

COVID, Flu Or RSV: How To Tell What You're Sick With This Winter

With COVID, flu, and RSV infections surging, it's more crucial than ever to protect yourself. But if you're feeling sick, how do you know which virus you have?

Ruth Clark

Warning Signs Christina Applegate Says She Missed Before Her MS Diagnosis

After getting diagnosed with multiple sclerosis in the summer of 2021, Christina Applegate shared the early signs of the disease that she initially missed.

Brynna Standen

How Often Do People Weigh Themselves? - Health Digest Survey

Hopping on the scale is a daily ritual for some, but for others, it happens rarely, if at all. Here's what a survey of our readers had to say.

Erin Marie

Are Bang Energy Drinks Bad For You?

Bang is an energy drink that not only provides a much-needed boost, but does so without any calories or the addition of sugar. Does this mean it isn't bad?

Erin Marie

How To Take Action If Someone Goes Into Cardiac Arrest

Cardiac arrest is a serious and life-threatening condition that can occur without much warning. Here's what to do if someone may be experiencing it.

Erin Marie

How Essential Oils Can Be The Key To Restoring COVID-Induced Smell Loss

A loss of smell can have a major impact on a person's life. But there may be ways to retrain your olfactory system to smell again.

Roseline Akpa

Warning Signs That You May Have Low Testosterone

Produced in the testes, testosterone is a sex hormone that plays a significant role in male development. However, it's possible to have low levels of it.