Cold weather migraines are real, and here is why
Cold weather can trigger headaches and migraines in several ways. Falling temperatures and quick shifts between cold air outside and heated rooms inside affect blood vessels and nerves in the head. Drops in barometric pressure, dry indoor air, less sunlight, holiday stress and disrupted routines add to the risk. Staying hydrated, dressing warmly, keeping a […]
Quitting alcohol comes with one warning you cannot skip
Putting down the drink pays off faster than most people expect. Within days of quitting alcohol, the body starts repairing itself, and the gains keep stacking for months. Sleep deepens, hydration improves, blood pressure eases and the liver gets a chance to heal. One warning comes before any of that. Anyone who drinks heavily every […]
West Virginia Salmonella warning issued as 41 fall sick
The West Virginia Department of Health is investigating a Salmonella outbreak that has sickened 41 people since early September, with five hospitalized. Patients range in age from 3 to 54. In a health advisory distributed Oct. 28, the department said it has not identified a common source and is still investigating exposures. No cases outside […]
Smoking withdrawal symptoms and how long they last
Smoking withdrawal is what your body and brain go through after you put down cigarettes. Common symptoms include intense cravings, irritability, anxiety, low mood, restlessness, poor sleep and trouble focusing. Federal health resources such as Smokefree.gov say symptoms usually peak in the first few days and fade over the following weeks, though a stray craving […]
Best sleeping position, why doctors say flip to your side
The best sleeping position for most adults is on your side, according to three sleep physicians who spoke with GQ. Side sleeping keeps the airway more open than lying on your back, and all three doctors agreed that stomach sleeping is the worst choice. For people with heartburn, the left side works best. That advice […]
Sexual health questions you should ask your doctor now
The most important sexual health questions to ask your doctor cover STI testing, changes in discharge or odor, pain during sex, erection problems, bladder leaks and low desire. Doctors say these issues are common and treatable, yet many patients never bring them up because they feel embarrassed, and many providers don’t ask. The latest national […]
Sleep position, which side is best for your heart?
Your sleep position can affect your breathing, digestion, circulation and joints. Back sleeping keeps the spine aligned but can worsen snoring and sleep apnea. Left side sleeping can ease acid reflux. Stomach sleeping is the hardest on the neck. The best position depends on your body, and for some people, the popular advice to sleep […]
Ozempic babies, the double risk hiding in your pill pack
Ozempic babies are unexpected pregnancies reported by people taking popular weight loss and diabetes drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound. Specialists point to two main reasons they happen. Losing weight can restart regular ovulation in some women, and tirzepatide, the drug in Mounjaro and Zepbound, can make birth control pills less reliable. For […]
7 STI symptoms people mistake for something else
The most common signs of a sexually transmitted infection include unusual discharge, burning when you pee, genital itching, sores or bumps, pain during sex, bleeding between periods and symptoms that feel like the flu. The catch is that many STI symptoms are easy to mistake for something minor, and some infections cause no symptoms at […]
How to last longer in bed without pills
You can last longer in bed with methods like pelvic floor exercises, edging, the squeeze technique, more foreplay, desensitizing condoms or creams, and, when needed, prescription medication from a doctor. Premature ejaculation is common. Healthline cites estimates that it affects 30% to 75% of people with penises, depending on how it is defined. Most cases […]