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A painful sore throat is a signature symptom of an Omicron subvariant called NB.1.8.1, or Nimbus. It now makes up about a third of U.S. COVID-19 cases. Find out what you can do to get relief.
What’s the most overrated strategy for protecting your brain? And what’s the one you should actually be using?
June 19, 2025 – The FDA has approved the first twice-yearly shot to reduce the risk of HIV infections.
PFAS, also known as "forever chemicals," are a class of man-made compounds used in nonstick and waterproof products. They are ...
Pushups and step count are a byproduct, not a definition, of fitness. It’s not even about your “why.” Dig deeper for your true definition of “fit” – it’s worth it.
The “blue waffle” hoax is a made-up sexually transmitted infection (STI) affecting women. Here’s how to fact check online health information and avoid scams.
Nov. 19, 2024 – Want to lose a little weight, better manage your diabetes, or reduce your risk of heart problems?. Odds are you eligible for a prescription for semaglutide, the popular diabetes ...
The move to self-administration with a syringe and needle, just like how insulin is often taken for diabetes, means a whole new set of people will be learning the sometimes-intimidating skill.
Learn what early satiety is, why you feel full after eating little, its causes, symptoms, and treatments—and what it could mean for your health.
Aquagenic urticaria is a rare condition in which water causes hives. Learn about its symptoms, causes, diagnosis, and treatment options.
Visceral pain is pain that is felt in the internal organs including your chest, stomach, or pelvis. Where it comes from can be hard to pinpoint, and the pain can be described in a variety of ways ...
Get expert-reviewed insights into musculoskeletal pain, its causes, symptoms, how it’s diagnosed, and the best ways to manage it.