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Robin Zabiegalski

Olympic Competitor Gabbi Cunningham On How Her Relationship With Her Fans Impacts Her Mental Health - Exclusive

Olympian Gabbi Cunningham has had both positive and negative experiences with fans on social media and she tells Health Digest the effect it's had on her.

Robin Zabiegalski

Maternal Health Expert Layo George Discusses How Birthing People Of Color Are Treated Differently - Exclusive

Maternal health nurse Layo George discussed the ways in which people of color are treated differently in the healthcare system, especially when giving birth.

Amanda Vining

How Lidocaine Infusions May Help Those With Chronic Migraines

Chronic migraines are a debilitating condition for many Americans. A recent study reveals a new treatment that includes lidocaine may offer relief.

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Ruth Clark

Study Reveals Limitations Of Using Antiviral Drugs To Treat Monkeypox

Monkeypox is becoming a growing concern for countries across the world. Thus, researchers are trying various treatment options to help. But do they work?

Amanda Vining

Do You Love Hitting The Gym? New Study Shows It May Be A COVID Hotspot

Researchers have found that the setting of your workout — especially if it's a packed gym — may be a hotspot for potentially being exposed to COVID-19.

Robin Rothstein

Why Experts Want To Reframe Gun Violence As A Public Health Crisis

After two back-to-back mass shooting tragedies, some health experts are urging the government to treat gun violence as a public health problem.

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Erin Marie

You May Love TV, But Cutting Back Could Give Your Heart A Healthy Boost

Coronary heart disease affects millions of Americans each year. But a recent study suggests we can cut our risks by switching off our televisions.

Kimberly Smith

The FDA Warns Against The Latest TikTok Hack For Storing Avocados

TikTokers claim to have found the secret to keeping avocados from going bad, but the FDA says not so fast. They tried it, and what they found was disturbing.

Zrinka Peters

Vitamin D Has Many Benefits, But Preventing Diabetes Isn't One Of Them

Vitamin D is best known for its role in promoting bone growth and strength, but research shows it may also play a role in the prevention of multiple diseases.

Black and white image of two hands shaking with red virus particles transferring between the hands

Erin Marie

Meet The New Omicron Subvariant With Super-Spreading Capabilities: BA.2.12.1

Health experts try to keep pace with the emergence of new subvariants, including the latest omicron variant, which is even more contagious.

Kimberly Smith

What To Know About Paxlovid's COVID-19 Rebound Cases

Paxlovid is a Pfizer drug used to treat severe COVID-19 cases or for those considered high risk. But if a rebound effect happens, does it mean it's not working?

Robin Zabiegalski

Layo George Discusses Disparities In Maternal Health For People Of Color - Exclusive Interview

Layo George is speaking up for underrepresented mothers. She told Health Digest about her new app for mothers of color who are expecting.

Gabbi Cunningham standing against a brick wall

Robin Zabiegalski

Gabbi Cunningham On How She Deals With The Pressures Of Being An Olympian - Exclusive

Olympian Gabbi Cunningham opened up about how she deals with the pressure that she faces from fans and herself, as well as how fans can help athletes.

Ruth Clark

Why Pot Users May Need More Sedation For Endoscopies

With marijuana becoming increasingly legalized and used, it's becoming more important for doctors to be aware of their patients' drug use.

Amanda Vining

Research Shows Your Income Can Impact Your Survival Rate After A Heart Attack

Researchers are finding startling links between a person's income and their ability to recover from a heart attack. Here are the most vulnerable populations.

Kimberly Smith

What Is It Like To Have Monkeypox?

The predominant symptoms of monkeypox can vary from person to person and in severity. Here's what to look out for.

Zrinka Peters

A New At-Home Test Can Detect More Than Just COVID-19

In September 2020, Labcorp announced the launch of the first test that can test for COVID-19, influenza A and B, and RSV through a single nasal swab.

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Erin Marie

Move Over Fish And Dairy! Tomatoes May Become The Next Best Source Of Vitamin D

Scientists are finding ways to bolster vitamin D content in tomatoes, which could provide vegans and vegetarians an important source of the critical vitamin.

Catherine Caruso

What You Need To Know About Hyundai's Mass Car Recall In The US

Hyundai is recalling 239,000 cars in the U.S. to address seat belt safety concerns. The automaker initiated the recall over exploding seat belt parts.

Robin Zabiegalski

Jarrod Spencer Explains Why Mental Health Struggles Are The Invisible Injury Of The Sports World - Exclusive

Jarrod Spencer wants to shine a brighter light on mental health in athletes. He told Health Digest why it's often neglected in the world of sports.

Anne Taylor

Why The CDC Suggests The LGBTQ+ Community Is More Vulnerable To Monkeypox Exposure

Here's what you should know about the latest outbreak.

Hanna Claeson

Hunter March's Number One Takeaway From Meditation - Exclusive

Talk show host Hunter March revealed that he's had intense periods of meditation practice and revealed what he's learned from his time meditating.

Zrinka Peters

The US Has A Vaccine Available For Monkeypox But It May Cause Serious Side Effects

Monkeypox is a growing concern, and health officials prepare by taking stock of vaccines on hand that can help. But they may come with significant side effects.

Smiling healthcare provider holding vaccine syringe up to young smiling boy

Erin Marie

Pfizer Reveals Their Efficacy Rate For The COVID-19 Vaccine In Children Under 5

Pfizer and BioNTech SE are seeking emergency use authorization for their COVID-19 vaccine for children 6 months of age up to 5 years old.

Kimberly Smith

Study Reveals This Pregnancy Complication Is Surging In The US At An Alarming Rate

New research published in the Journal of the American Heart Association shows that pregnant women are developing preeclampsia at an alarming rate.

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Erin Marie

How Growing Up With A Family Dog Could Lower Your Risk For Crohn's Disease

Science shows that man's best friend comes with a host of physical and mental health benefits for humans.

Zrinka Peters

What You Need To Know About Smithfield's Bacon Recall

Sioux Center, Iowa, company Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp., issued a statement on May 20 voluntarily recalling over 185,000 pounds of its pre-cooked bacon.