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Amanda Vining

Data Shows Which State Had The Most Deaths From Influenza And Pneumonia In 2021

For most people, getting the flu means a few days of feeling sick. However, in 2021, certain states showed more deaths from influenza and pneumonia.

Ruth Clark

Study Reveals Nicotine Patches Could Be A Game Changer To Help People Reduce Their Alcohol Intake

You may know that nicotine patches can help you stop smoking, but that's not all they're good for. Discover how they may help reduce alcohol consumption, too.

healthyNick

Study Finds A New Drug Could Be Effective In Treating Many Drug-Resistant Bacteria

Drug-resistant bacteria have been on the rise in the last few decades. Now scientists may have found a drug that is effective against these superbugs.

Anne Taylor

Mindy Kaling Shares Her Grief Journey After Losing Her Mom To Pancreatic Cancer

Actress and writer Mindy Kaling recently opened up about how the death of her mother affected her life and work.

Melissa Willets

Motherlove CEO Silencia Cox On Common Breastfeeding Challenges And How To Help - Exclusive

Silencia Cox of Motherlove wants you to know that you're not alone. She told Health Digest about how breastfeeding mothers can seek the help they need.

Eileen Conroy

Why Are Social Media Posts Urging People Not To Call 988?

The new 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline was launched to help assist those experiencing a mental health crisis. So why are some people recommending against it?

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Ruth Clark

Officials Call For More Polio Vaccines As Cases Are Likely To Spread

Polio may once have been a thing of the past, but its recent reemergence in New York has health experts concerned.

Kimberly Smith

Study Finds Dangerous 'Forever Chemicals' Are Linked To Liver Cancer

There are thousands of PFAS chemicals, and some could not only build up in the environment but in our bodies as well. Now, they may be affecting our health.

Robin Zabiegalski

Dr. Edith Eger On Breaking Free From A Traumatic Past - Exclusive

Psychologist and Holocaust survivor Dr. Edith Eger explained what it takes to break free of trauma and how she helps patients come to terms with their pasts.

Mother and daughter drinking from water bottles on a hike

Robin Zabiegalski

Naturopathic Doctor Natasha Vani Explains How Changing Health Habits Can Impact Chronic Disease - Exclusive

Natasha Vani, a naturopathic doctor, spoke to Health Digest about how adjusting your health habits can affect chronic diseases you're dealing with.

Michael Rubino smiling and sitting in armchair

Felicia Lee

Michael Rubino Of The Change The Air Foundation On The Importance Of Your Home's Air Quality - Exclusive Interview

Mold remediation specialist and Change the Air Foundation founder Michael Rubino shared why your home's air quality is so important and how you can improve it.

Eileen Conroy

New Monkeypox Symptoms You Should Be Aware Of

While the typical symptoms of monkeypox resemble the flu along with a blister-like rash, medical experts are alerting the public to new signs of the virus.

Kimberly Smith

Do Children's Noses Protect Them Against COVID-19?

Overall, children have lower infection rates for COVID-19, and they also seem to experience milder symptoms. However, experts don't understand why.

Ruth Clark

A Short Walk After Eating May Boost Your Heart Health

Who knew walking could provide so many benefits to our health? As it turns out, new research suggests timing walks after meals could boost health even more.

Melissa Willets

Ark Behavioral Health Addiction Specialist On Demi Lovato's California Sobriety - Exclusive Interview

Is Demi Lovato right to use the term "California sober?" Health Digest spoke to Dr. Manish Mishra to better understand the term.

Robin Rothstein

What To Know About The First FDA Approved Targeted Treatment For HER2-Low Breast Cancer

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has approved the drug trastuzumab-deruxtecan for patients with the HER2-low breast cancer subtype.

Catherine Caruso

Will The Dose-Sparing Approach To Monkeypox Vaccines Be Enough To Prevent Infection?

While the vaccine will still be administered in two doses, four weeks apart, each shot will be a much lower dose than the original.

Kelsie Calderon

Celebrity Esthetician Elina Fedotova On How Your Environment Should Shape Your Skincare Routine - Exclusive

Celebrity esthetician Elina Fedotova shared how different environments affect your skin and how you should adapt your skincare routine as a result.

Eileen Conroy

What's The Best Protection Against Long COVID?

While living with long COVID can be incredibly challenging, new research is highlighting the best ways to protect yourself from it. Here's what to know.

middle-aged couple happily dancing in their kitchen

Beth Bradford

How Much Do Lifestyle Factors Actually Contribute To Cancer Risk?

It's widely believed that lifestyle plays a large role in cancer risk. However, new research is suggesting another important factor may have a greater impact.

Robin Rothstein

Study Suggests Women Who Are Self-Employed May Be Healthier

If you're a woman who has chosen to be self-employed for more flexibility and freedom, this lifestyle may also be supporting your heart health.

Kimberly Smith

Health Officials May Have A Solution For Monkeypox's Limited Vaccine Supply

The U.S. government will receive 150,000 doses of the vaccine in September. Until then, health officials may have a solution for the currently limited supply.

Kelsie Calderon

Oculofacial Plastic Surgeon Dr. Chip Cole Discusses UltraClear™ Laser Treatment - Exclusive Interview

Oculofacial plastic surgeon Dr. Chip Cole explained why the UltraClear™ laser treatment is changing the anti-aging game and what people can expect from it.

Robin Zabiegalski

Psychologist And Holocaust Survivor Dr. Edith Eger Talks Dealing With Survivor's Guilt After Loss - Exclusive

Dr. Edith Eger explained how she addressed her trauma after surviving the Holocaust and shared her advice for people struggling with survivor's guilt.

Ruth Clark

Can Monkeypox Spread In The Laundry?

With monkeypox cases continuing to rise across the country, it's important to be aware of how the illness spreads and how to keep yourself safe from exposure.

Couple sitting in bed looking upset, man holding a pregnancy test

Robin Zabiegalski

Sex Therapist Dr. Kate Balestrieri On How Partners Can Support Each Other While Trying To Conceive - Exclusive

Getting pregnant is a group effort. Dr. Kate Balestrieri told Health Digest how partners can support each other during conception attempts.

Melissa Willets

Motherlove CEO Silencia Cox On The Significance Of The AAP's Breastfeeding Recommendation Update - Exclusive

The American Academy of Pediatrics has updated its breastfeeding recommendations. Motherlove CEO Silencia Cox explains this update's importance.