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Those who smoked cigarettes felt more at risk of getting COVID-19 at the beginning of the pandemic, and they subsequently wanted to quit.

Low socioeconomic status is associated with shorter life expectancy, worse mental health, higher mortality, and poor health behaviors.

Bodyweight training may feel basic, but that doesn't mean it isn't working. Health Digest wanted to know what basic exercise our readers dread the most.

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.

As of now, there's only one CBD drug approved by the FDA. However, the agency recently announced that they were looking to work on new guidelines for CBD use.

Former Hawaii Rainbow Warriors quarterback Colt Brennan died on May 11, 2021. These are the details surrounding his death.

Although there's a lot we don't know about long COVID, one recent study has provided some helpful information.

You might not hear much talk about selenium when it comes to nutrition, but it plays an important role in maintaining your health.

Five-time Grammy winner and classic pop sensation B.J. Thomas has died. According to his publicist, this is what led to the beloved singer's death.

President Joe Biden announced a plan on September 27 to make it easier to identify healthy foods while shopping through a new labeling process.

With the surge of the COVID-19 Omicron variant, health experts believe that cloth masks may no longer be a viable defense against the virus.

When it comes to cancer prevention, insects may have the potential to aid in the early detection of the disease. Now, ants may be able to help.

Some 48 million Americans get food poisoning every year, and many tend to get sick in the summer. This is why.

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has deemed maltodextrin generally safe, but there are some things you should know about it.

Known for monkeying around on TikTok for his huge fanbase, George the monkey died on June 7, 2021. Here's what happened to the internet's favorite furry friend.

Large numbers of patients struggling to breathe because of the coronavirus are taxing hospital oxygen supplies in California, Texas, and elsewhere.

Even once you've been vaccinated for COVID-19, wearing a mask will remain important. Here's why.

The White House has announced that eligible children between the ages of 5 and 11 should soon have access to the COVID-19 vaccine.

You've probably heard talk about the possible connection between the Moderna COVID-19 vaccine and heart problems in young adults. Is there really a connection?

A recent study indicates the minimum servings of fruits and vegetables you should strive for every day.

New research has pinpointed one diet in particular that can result in a healthy cardiovascular system. Let's take a look.

The CDC has taken a big step to help cut down on the number of travelers with potential COVID-19 infections coming into the U.S. via airplane.

We were a bit amazed to hear that the fight against the pandemic has checked in to "The Happiest Place on Earth."

With the rollout of the COVID vaccine, it's natural to wonder about the vaccine if you're pregnant. Are you a candidate for the vaccine during those 40 weeks?

The American Red Cross tests all blood donations for COVID-19 antibodies, and the organization shared some interesting information about blood donations.

With Type 1 diabetes impacting many individuals around the globe, it's essential to make some changes now in order to avoid preventable deaths.

Although you may love dairy alternatives, not even 2% of Health Digest readers chose this as their favorite non-dairy milk option.