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Melissa Szaro

Psychologist Dr. Andrew Kahn Shares How To Tell If Your Child Has A Learning Or Thinking Disability - Exclusive

Dr. Andrew Kahn, a psychologist at the nonprofit Understood, describes what parents and teachers can look for as signs a child may have a learning disability.

Catherine Caruso

Looking To Boost Your Mental Health? Study Suggest You May Need More Sleep

Not getting enough sleep may have an impact on your mental health. Lucky for us, researchers from a recent study were able to elaborate on the matter.

Erin Marie

Walmart And UnitedHealth Group Set To Launch Preventive Health Program For Seniors

Walmart issued a public statement this week announcing that it has partnered with UnitedHealth Group to expand services offered at Walmart Health centers.

Brynna Standen

The Secrets Behind Queen Elizabeth's Impressive Longevity

Britain's Queen Elizabeth was the country's longest-serving monarch, living to the age of 96. Discover the secrets to her amazing longevity.

Robin Rothstein

How Your Mental Health Plays A Part In Whether Or Not You Develop Long COVID

Researchers are learning that mental health may have a connection to our risk of developing long COVID. Here's what a brand new study suggests.

Woman with sleeping pills grabbing water

Erin Marie

Melatonin Or Benadryl? Health Digest Survey Reveals The Most Popular Over-The-Counter Sleep Aid

Many people use sleep aids to help them drift off to dreamland. We conducted a survey to find out which is the most popular, but is it Benadryl, or melatonin?

Doctor with clipboard reading 'monkeypox virus'

healthyNick

How Monkeypox Cases Continue To Rise In States Across The US

As monkeypox cases continue to rise across the United States, here's a breakdown of which states have been the most affected by the virus.

Melissa Szaro

Lily Brooks O'Briant On Cancer Activism Work And Her Connection With St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - Exclusive

Lily Brooks O'Briant shared how she got involved with St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and how her activism experiences informed her new Apple TV+ series.

Pregnant woman holding head looking stressed

Catherine Caruso

Can Pregnancy Stress Affect Your Baby's Mental Health?

It's important to reduce stress when you're pregnant, but can too much stress actually affect your baby's mental health? Read about a new study on the subject.

Ruth Clark

What We Know About Queen Elizabeth's Death

Much of the United Kingdom and Commonwealth are in mourning today after losing their monarch, Queen Elizabeth II. Here's what we know about her life and death.

Lisabeth Fauble

In A Rare Reversal, FDA May Soon Approve Experimental Drug For Those With ALS

Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease, is a fatal disease that affects around 30,000 people in the United States.

Kimberly Smith

Why A New COVID Nasal Vaccine Could Become A Game Changer

Currently, there are four approved mucosal vaccines in China, Iran, Russia, and India. China's vaccine, developed by CanSino Biologics, is a nasal vaccine.

Mother and child during telemedicine visit

Catherine Caruso

There's Good News For Those Who Prefer Telemedicine Over In-Person Doc Visits

Telemedicine has come a long way, especially in the past few years. However, some still wonder if they provide accurate diagnoses over in-person doctor visits.

Catherine Caruso

Why One Flu Shot For Kids May Not Be Enough This Season

The AAP urges that all children over 6 months should receive their annual flu shot by the end of October. However, some children may need to get more than one.

Robin Rothstein

Why The COVID-19 Vaccine May Be Annually Recommended Like The Flu Shot

The FDA recently approved a new COVID-19 booster. According to a White House briefing, health experts hope that it will become an annually recommended vaccine.

Erin Marie

Researchers Reveal A Number Of Health Risks That Come With Sleep Apnea

Sleep apnea is a common condition that may affect up to a quarter of Americans. Now research reveals some of the impacts it can have on our health.

patient having a routine check-up at the dentist

Beth Bradford

The Number Of People Who Get Their Teeth Cleaned Every 6 Months Is More Than You Think - Exclusive Survey

A new Health Digest poll reveals how often people may get their teeth checked every year, and that number may surprise you.

Kimberly Smith

CVS May Be Bringing Back Doctor Home Visits. Here's What You Need To Know

CVS Health announced that it is planning to acquire Signify Health, a healthcare company with a network of physicians who visit patients in their homes.

Melissa Szaro

Psychologist Dr. Andrew Kahn On Issues That Arise When Neurodivergent Children Live Undiagnosed - Exclusive

Some neurodivergent children can be overlooked and go undiagnosed for years. Dr. Andrew Kahn explains how this leads to further mental health issues.

Beth Bradford

This Is How Steroids Can Change Your Brain

Glucocorticoids help the body reduce inflammation, boost immunity, and keep hormone levels in check. Taken long-term, these steroids can result in side effects.

Catherine Caruso

This Is How Many Steps You Need To Take A Day To Reduce Your Risk Of Dementia, According To Researchers

Researchers agree that their study is an important preliminary contribution to step count-based preventative measures for dementia risk.

doctor holding card that reads 'septicemia'

healthyNick

The State That Had The Most Deaths From Septicemia In 2021 May Surprise You

Septicemia affects everybody differently. However, the results for death rates from septicemia are in, and the state with the highest rate may surprise you.

healthyNick

Which Vitamin Subscription Box Are People Most Likely To Try? - Health Digest Survey

The vitamin industry is and Americans are investing in new trends like vitamin subscription boxes. But which is the most popular?

Kimberly Smith

What We Know So Far About The New Omicron Subvariant Known As 'Centaurus'

One of the most recent omicron variants, dubbed "Centaurus" and BA.2.75, is a variant that the World Health Organization is monitoring.

Robin Rothstein

Who Should Consider Getting The New COVID Omicron Booster And When?

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently approved updated booster shots from Pfizer and Moderna, targeting the most common Omicron variants.

Erin Marie

Is America's Love For Starbucks' Pumpkin Spice Latte Due To Taste Buds Or Emotions?

Nutmeg, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger are the four ingredients that make up pumpkin spice's uniquely delicious flavor. Why are we so addicted to the latte?

Ruth Clark

New Research Shows What Physical Activity Does For Female Life Expectancy

Many of us know genetics isn't the only determinant of longevity. But one lifestyle factor, in particular, may help increase our lifespan more than others.