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The best time to take Plan B for maximum effectiveness
Plan B is an emergency contraception pill that decreases in effectiveness the longer you wait to ta…
Ashley Laderer,Lauren Demosth…
Public health experts say the 'burden of disease and death' will face Ukrainians fleeing Russia's invasion
"It's been well documented that war leads to all kinds of public health problems," Dr. David Eisenm…
Sarah Al-Arshani
What is short sleeper syndrome? Why some people, like Barack Obama, only need 6 hours of sleep a night
Short sleeper syndrome is a condition that allows some people to operate on less than six hours of …
Natalia Lusinski,Alex Dimitriu
How to practice mindfulness meditation to reduce anxiety, improve focus, and unlock creativity
Mindfulness meditation helps you focus on your breath in order to center yourself in the present, w…
Allison Torres Burtka,Shelley…
A step-by-step guide to Kegel exercises and how they can benefit your health
Kegel exercises are designed to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles. Regularly doing them improves…
Rachel MacPherson,Joey Thurman
What is mindfulness? Proven health benefits and how to practice it daily
Research has found consistently practicing mindfulness can improve your mental health, reduce your …
Moira Lawler,David Merrill
You can't prevent a miscarriage, but there are ways to lower your risk
While there's no foolproof way to prevent a miscarriage, following a healthy lifestyle that include…
Ashley Laderer,Mahino A. Talib
What are terpenes? How these cannabis compounds may influence your high
Terpenes are responsible for how plants smell, whether its citrusy or peppery. Now, some believe th…
Lia Tabackman,Mia Hazle
After Texas calls healthcare for trans kids 'child abuse,' families of color fight back: 'Our children are just like your children.'
A new order in Texas is one of many in recent years denying trans children healthcare and basic rig…
DeArbea Walker
Can CBD help you sleep? Experts explain the current CBD research
CBD is a compound in cannabis that does not make you feel high - but some early research shows that…
Ashley Laderer,Mia Hazle
Gastroenterologists debunk 12 myths about indigestion and gut health
Gastroenterologists Dr. Fola May and Dr. Austin Chiang debunk 12 myths about indigestion. They expl…
Michelle Yan Huang,Ally Giann…
When and how to announce your pregnancy, according to OB-GYNs
You should announce when it feels right to you, but there are considerations to think about such as…
Wendy Bazilian,Julia Simon
Where you should sit in a car, train, or plane to avoid motion sickness
Motion sickness can be treated by picking the right seat, using acupressure, eating ginger, taking …
Madeline Kennedy,Jason McKnig…
How melatonin controls your sleep cycle - and whether you should take melatonin supplements to sleep better
You can take melatonin supplements to help you sleep, but you can also eat grapes or milk for a boo…
Ashley Laderer,Raj Dasgupta
9 symptoms of ovulation that signal when you're most fertile
Common ovulation symptoms and signs include clear mucus, changes in body temperature, and ovulation…
Elena Bruess,Lauren Demosthen…
What does poison ivy look like? How to identify the plant and treat the rash
There are multiple subspecies of poison ivy in North America, but all have leaf groups of three and…
Allison Torres Burtka,Jason R…
The causes of a white tongue and how to prevent it
A white tongue can be caused by dehydration, a yeast infection, or smoking. If the white film doesn…
Carla Delgado,Jason McKnight
Why experts say there's no difference between indica and sativa weed anymore
Many believe that weed can be classified into two types: indica, which is supposed to be relaxing, …
Ashley Laderer,Mia Hazle
What are weed tinctures? The complete guide on how to make cannabis tinctures and consume them safely
Tinctures are concentrated herbal extracts that can be absorbed under the tongue for an immediate h…
Lia Tabackman,Mia Hazle
Why you should never treat a sunburn with vinegar
Vinegar contains ingredients like acetic and citric acid which could cause a chemical burn if used …