Medical Library

Your experience with mental health can depend on your genetics, life experiences, socioeconomic status, gender, and more.

Sweating is our body’s natural method of cooling us down. But if you wake up drenched in sweat, it could be a sign of something else. Let’s explore.

People who experience Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can dread the onset of winter. How can you combat an extreme case of the winter blues?

Let’s look at some of the most common types of headaches, which part of the head they affect, and what they might mean.

Most of us abandon our resolutions in the first few weeks of a new year. In 2024, forget the overnight transformation and commit to creating healthy habits instead. 

As you get ready to welcome a new person into the world, your body will undergo big changes, both visible and invisible.

It’s the physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion caused by long-term workplace stress, and it’s really common.

Understand what malaria is, its symptoms, and get prevention tips that will keep your family healthy.

Heading out to a separate workspace every day creates routine in your life, promoting health and wellbeing.

Why not get adventurous? Any time you spend up on your feet is a move in the right direction. You’ll feel much better for it.

Cholesterol isn’t the enemy. But making sure your levels do not get too high is essential for a healthy, happy life.

Sexually transmitted diseases are common, so it’s important to recognize the symptoms, get tested regularly, and, most of all, practice safe sex.

Concerned about getting Lyme disease? This quick guide will teach you how to recognize symptoms (and to avoid it in the first place).

Psoriasis is an uncomfortable condition that causes scaly patches on your skin. With the right care and nourishment, you can soothe symptoms and enjoy the feeling of healthy skin.

By following some simple sleep hygiene principles, you can fall asleep more easily at the end of the day and wake up refreshed.

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Growing awareness reduces stigma, opens up conversation, and leads to better outcomes. So how can you take better care of your mental health?

Let’s learn about UTIs and STIs, the signs and symptoms you should look out for, and what you can do to prevent them.

Endometriosis is thought to affect roughly 10% of women and girls of reproductive age. But the real number may be much higher. How much do you know about endometriosis?

There are over 6,000 known rare diseases. While they’re rare, they're widespread and affect around 1 in 10 people in the US. Let’s learn a little more about rare diseases.

The Omicron variant of COVID-19 was first identified in November 2021. It quickly became the most common strain worldwide. Do you know the symptoms? 

It’s about breaking unhealthy habits and doing small things every day that add up to a healthier, happier you.

Learn how receiving a Class IIa medical device certification impacts Ada app availability in some countries.

Make time for yourself. With a little patience and self-care, you can manage your anxiety, so it doesn't take over your life.

Why is BMI useful, what are its limitations, and what can you do to improve yours? Let's find out. 

When you do leave the house, keeping two meters away from people you don’t live with can help reduce infection.

Heat waves are becoming more common and widespread. So no matter where you live, it’s important to know how to stay cool.

Let's take a look at how screen time could affect your health, how much is too much, and some tips for cutting down.

Let’s take a closer look at the sunshine vitamin, how you can stay safe, and what to do if you aren’t getting enough.

There’s no surefire way to prevent cancer. However, some simple lifestyle choices can reduce your likelihood of getting certain kinds of cancers.

Studies show that even just 30 minutes of fast walking every day can reduce your risk of developing type 2 diabetes.