Acne: Considerations for darker skin

Acne affects millions of Americans each year and impacts people of all…

5 unusual headaches: Signs to watch for and what to do

Headaches come in lots of varieties, and some are easily recognizable. A…

New school guidelines around COVID-19: What parents need to know

We all want our children to be able to go back to…

Seeking solace, finding resilience in a pandemic

In times like these, it can feel wrong to feel happy. There…

Lowering cholesterol protects your heart and brain, regardless of your age

High or abnormal cholesterol levels, inflammation, and endothelial dysfunction play a key…

Natural remedies for hemorrhoids

Hemorrhoids are painful, unpleasant, and, um, well, difficult to talk about. But…

Does your health monitor have device bias?

In recent years, there’s been a veritable explosion in the number and…

More intensive treatment of DCIS reduces the risk of invasive breast cancer

Breast cancer screening with mammography or other tools (such as MRI) has…

Alcohol harms the brain in teen years –– before and after that, too

If we only paid attention to ads, it might seem as though…

Exercise matters to health and well-being, regardless of your size

Unfortunately, the COVID-19 pandemic continues to wreak havoc in our daily lives.…

Can I take something to prevent colorectal cancer?

Colorectal cancer (CRC) is the second leading cause of cancer death in…

3 simple steps to jump-start your heart health this year

In 2020, the terrible toll of the COVID-19 pandemic largely overshadowed the…

CBD and other medications: Proceed with caution

Products containing cannabidiol (CBD) seem to be all the rage these days,…

Wondering about COVID-19 vaccines if you’re pregnant or breastfeeding?

Now that COVID-19 vaccines are rolling out, pregnant and breastfeeding people have…

Hormonal therapies for advanced prostate cancer linked to a higher risk of falls and fractures

Falls rank among the top causes of death and injuries among the…

Sexual health and gender-affirming care

LGBTQ+ people are often considered a cohesive group, but sexual orientation and…