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I lost half my weight in 3 years. I have body dysmorphia from all the loose skin I have.
Betsy Smith lost half her body weight through a combination of diet, exercise and weight-loss drugs…
Jane Ridley
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Feeling fatigued? 10 signs your body is craving protein
Protein is an essential macronutrient that plays a crucial role in numerous bodily functions, inclu…
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Having a lice-infected passenger on a flight—what’s the worst that could happen?
An American Airlines flight became the centre of unusual drama when it was diverted following a rat…
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Why do you need to pee more when it gets cold?
For some, the increased urge to urinate in cold weather can indicate a condition called overactive …
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A sudden spike in cases of a rare infection often linked to flesh-eating bacteria is happening in Japan
Streptococcal toxic shock syndrome (STSS) is rare but deadly. Since there is no vaccine, health exp…
Julia Naftulin
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The first case of a 'highly contagious' ringworm infection spread through sex has arrived in the US, researchers say
New York researchers say they have studied the first reported case of TMVII, which is found to ofte…
Matthew Loh
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The healing properties of papaya revealed: from digestive aid to immune booster
Papaya, known scientifically as Carica papaya, is a tropical fruit celebrated for its delicious tas…
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A woman went viral on TikTok for having her eyelid pierced. Professional piercers don't recommend getting the area pierced.
Professional piercers Matthew and Ben Harris hope that a viral TikTok video of a woman with a pierc…
Jane Ridley
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How to recognize a staph infection and when to get medical attention
Staph infections can affect any part of the body and range from mild to serious. Learn the signs of…
Adam Barnes,Jason McKnight
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8 reasons your butthole itches and how to get quick relief
Anal itching is a common condition that can be caused by diarrhea, hemmorhoids, and even parasitic …
Adam Barnes,Debra Jaliman
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Why your groin itches so much and how to get fast relief
Jock itch is a fungal infection that can cause extreme itching in the groin area. Here's how to tre…
Kelly Burch,Stephanie Trovato
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How you can contract ringworm and who is most likely to get infected
Ringworm can manifest on your skin as scattered bumps, flat round patches, and ring-shaped rashes t…
Ashley Laderer,Jason McKnight
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Skin-to-skin contact between mother and newborn significantly improves outcomes for premature babies
Kangaroo mother care, a type of direct skin-to-skin contact between moms and newborn babies, may re…
Jennifer Beck Goldblatt
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Those bumps that look like pimples? They might be molluscum contagiosum, a contagious skin infection
Molluscum contagiosum is a common skin infection that can take up to 2 years to fully clear. Here's…
Cassandra Miasnikov,Debra Jal…
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Popping a pimple in the 'triangle of death' could lead to serious infection, according to dermatologists
The triangle of death is the area of your face including your upper lip, nose, and between your eye…
Canela López
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A woman said her jean shorts gave her a wedgie so tight that she ended up in the ICU with life-threatening sepsis
A 25-year-old said her jean shorts caused chafing so severe it led to sepsis. She said doctors cons…
Canela López
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President Jair Bolsonaro has dropped out of sight because he 'can't wear pants' due to a skin infection, Brazil's vice president says
Brazil's President Jair Bolsonaro has been keeping a very low profile since he lost the election ag…
Sophia Ankel
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A scientist who researches supplements takes these 3 everyday to reduce inflammation and improve skin health
Dr. Bill Gurley has dedicated his career to studying supplements,. These are the three he takes eve…
Kate Hull
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A woman's face swelled up after popping a pimple. She had to get treated for a potentially dangerous infection.
A TikTok user popped a pimple above her lip. The area swelled up and she got a fever, later diagnos…