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People of color with inflammatory bowel disease aren’t getting access to the same level of care as their white peers, a new study shows.
Most experts agree that a fever is 100.4 degrees and over, and that’s the same for adults and children. But kids get more frequent and higher fevers than adults. That’s because their immune ...
A new strain of COVID-19, XFG, is spreading rapidly across the world, including in the United States. Anecdotally, people who ...
Some people assume that eating smaller meals throughout the day means eating more often. But you don’t necessarily have to eat, say, six meals a day instead of three. You may find that you only ...
Despite your best intentions, these phrases often hurt more than they help. Here’s what to say instead to better support a ...
Fermented drinks like kefir can help beneficial bacteria thrive in the gut, which can boost your overall health.
Bone density scans don’t require much preparation. If you take calcium supplements, your doctor may ask you to stop taking them for at least 24 hours before the scan. You can wear loose ...
Anhedonia is a common symptom of depression, as well as other mental health conditions like bipolar disorder and ...
Emergency room visits for tick bites are at a six-year high. Here’s how to prevent tick bites, and what to do if you get ...
Metabolic dysfunction–associated steatohepatitis (MASH) occurs when excess fat cells build up in the liver, leading to inflammation and liver damage. It’s most common in people who have ...
A survey of about 50,000 adults shows we’re happiest in the mornings, but sad and anxious at night. Planning around those patterns could help you be more productive.
"Leaky gut syndrome is not a medical diagnosis," she says. "Instead, it's a popular term that's often used to describe ...