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The U.S. is currently seeing a growing number of COVID-19 cases stemming from the new XBB variant, known as XBB.1.5. Here's what you need to know.

For many people with autism, deciphering the emotion hidden behind spoken words can prove to be a massive challenge. Now, experts may understand why.

Overusing antibiotics can lead to an array of health problems. Here's what can happen to your digestive health when you frequently use antibiotics.

Unfortunately, about one in four American adults experiences chronic pain. Luckily, medical marijuana has helped people in more than one way.

In the U.S., opioid overdoses account for many deaths each day. Luckily, experts have identified an easy tactic that may reduce the opioid prescriptions issued.

In the past, doctors treating childhood obesity have taken a wait-and-see approach, monitoring kids to see if they eventually outgrow it.

Alzheimer's disease affects millions of Americans. But now, a new drug has been fast-tracked and available. Here's what to know.

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.

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

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.

To figure out which drink people most often reach for to give them a much-needed jolt of energy, we asked readers of Health Digest to cast their vote.

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.

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.

Used by many to help ease anxiety, promote better sleep, and relieve pain, CBD may soon be regulated by the FDA. Here's what you need to know.

We asked Health Digest readers which decongestant medicine they typically reach for when they're feeling stuffed up. Here's what they said.

Teen social media use has skyrocketed. Now, researchers want to understand how it's affecting brain development during these critical years.

Jeremy Renner's snow plow accident has left fans worried about his condition. Fortunately, recent news has been disclosed regarding his state of health.

The U.S. sees more incidences of cancer than any other country. But only 14% of cancer diagnoses are reached through screening. An expert weighs in on why.

A 25-year study set out to determine whether proper hydration can lead to better health outcomes as we age. Here's what to know.

Here's the latest information about the newest covid variant to make its waves across the nation: XBB.1.5.

If you don't sleep enough, you may have considered reaching for a nightly beverage to help. Here's what our readers are drinking to catch more z's.

Buffalo Bills safety Damar Hamlin is still in critical condition after cardiac arrest during Monday night's football game. Here's what to know.

When cold and flu season hits, sore throats are a common occurrence. Health Digest readers said these are some of their go-to sore throat remedies.

A few antiviral medications are currently in use for COVID-19 treatment. However, research suggests that there is a promising new antiviral on its way.

China is once again experiencing a surge in cases of COVID-19, but this time some experts think that it could signal the end of the pandemic. Here's why.

New trends show that children may be more likely to develop diabetes in the future. Here's what the research says and what's behind the shift.

After a successful decades-long career as a broadcast journalist, Barbara Walters chose to retire in 2014 when she was in her mid-80s.