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Known as human metapneumovirus, data from the CDC shows that a surge of cases was detected through antigen tests during the first half of March 2023.

U.S. Surgeon General Dr. Vivek Murthy issued an advisory about the risk of social media on the mental health of adolescents. Here's what you need to know.

Health authorities are warning that mpox may resurge this summer. Here's what you need to know.

Flu vaccines need to be updated annually and can vary in effectiveness year to year, but a universal flu vaccine under clinical trial might change that.

There are all different types of sugar, from nutritive sweeteners to sugar alcohols. Read on to learn about the negative effects of sugar alcohols.

Peter Young, M.D., medical director for Keeps, gave an exclusive interview to Health Digest, debunking some of the most prevalent myths surrounding hair loss.

It can be tough to find healthy snack options when you're on the go but registered dietitian Shira Barlow has some suggestions that will keep you fueled.

Having bad breath can be an embarrassing situation, to say the least. Here's what you should know about conquering bad breath, according to an expert.

The first over-the-counter birth control pill may be on the horizon as one FDA advisory panel voted in its favor. Read on to learn more.

35% of teenagers use their preferred social media platform "almost constantly", but could this be harming their mental health? Here's what an expert has to say.

To find out if one can overdose on fentanyl through physical contact, we spoke to Megan Tangradi, clinical director at Achieve Wellness & Recovery.

People are living a lot longer now than we used to. How can we live those extra years well? We spoke to an expert to learn what we might be missing out on.

In an interview with Health Digest, a gastroenterologist explains the concern surrounding peptic ulcers as well as the risk factors for developing them.

Pelvic actinomycosis is a rare, chronic bacterial infection. Health Digest spoke with an expert to learn what happens when someone contracts this infection.

In the wake of a teen death due to the TikTok Benadryl challenge, here's what a doctor wants parents to know about the viral trend.

Research has revealed that marijuana use, even only during the first trimester, can affect the health of the baby. Read on to learn more.

Menopausal women experiencing hot flashes will now be able to get relief from a non-hormonal medication. Read on to learn more.

The federal Public Health Emergency (PHE) status for COVID-19 has come to an end. Here's what that means and what you need to know going forward.

A federal advisory panel has issued new recommendations for when women should begin breast cancer screening. Read on to learn more.

The FDA has issued a recall of COVID test kits that were found to have bacterial contamination. Read on to learn more.

With early-onset colon cancer on the rise, a new study has identified four symptoms that indicate heightened risk of the disease. Read on to learn more.

The FDA just approved the first-ever RSV vaccine for seniors. Read on to learn more.

Free COVID tests may no longer be available for some after the end of the public health emergency. Here's how you can stock up.

A new study has shown that only a small percentage of kids with ADHD are receiving medication or therapy treatment. Read on to learn more.

As the COVID National Emergency is about to expire, the CDC has announced it will stop tracking community COVID levels. Read on to learn more.

Recently, Eli Lilly and Company elaborated on how the diabetes drug, Mounjaro, could be changing things up for patients. Here's what to know.

"Love & Marriage: Huntsville" star Kimmi Scott shared her journey with breast cancer and her advice for women who may visit the doctor for health concerns.