Here's What Hot Dogs Are Actually Made Of
After seeing this photo of pink stuff spilled on a highway, we HAD to find out what a hot dog even is — and whether they’re bad for you or not.
If You Feel Pressure To Fake Orgasms, This Article Is For You
Orgasms are often considered to be the one and only indicator of satisfying sex, but the pressure to have one can be anxiety-inducing — which is the opposite of sexy. Here’s what to know about orgasms, why people fake them, and how to have a good time without one.
Here’s What To Know About COVID Vaccines For Babies And How Some Parents Feel About Them
Many parents are grateful to finally have a vaccine for their babies and toddlers, but some can’t help but still feel disappointed about the delay. Here's what to know about COVID vaccines for babies, including where to get them, side effects, and more.
The FDA Is Banning Juul
Juul will no longer be permitted to be sold in the US, and the products on the market must be removed, the FDA said.
Why Is Genital Herpes Still So Stigmatized? Influencers Are Working Hard To Change That.
Genital herpes is one of the most common STIs out there, yet the stigma still harms those living with it. These influencers are trying to change that.
Justin Bieber Said Half His Face Has Been Paralyzed And Is Canceling Shows Until He Gets Better
The pop star said he was diagnosed with Ramsay Hunt syndrome and lost movement in the right side of his face.
Swimmer’s Itch Is Real. Here’s What It Is And How To Avoid It.
Swimmer’s itch is an allergic reaction to a parasitic infection. It sounds terrible, but it’s actually not that serious — although it can be annoying.
Taking Paxlovid? Here’s What To Know About This Antiviral Drug For COVID.
What to know about the COVID-fighting drug Paxlovid, including side effects, rebound infections, and how it differs from Lagevrio and other treatments.
Two Babies Have Died And Many More Children Have Been Hospitalized Due To Melatonin Overdoses, A Study Says
Two babies died and five children required mechanical ventilation after overdosing on sleep-inducing melatonin supplements, according to a 10-year study.
Here’s How To Deal With Health Anxiety, According To Therapists
Once called “hypochondriacs,” people with health anxiety often have a fear of the unknown, experts say, and it can be a diagnosable condition in its own right.
It’s OK If You’re Not Sure How To Respond Emotionally To Tragic News
In the aftermath of tragic events like school shootings, you may feel anxious, grief-stricken, angry, hopeless, powerless, or even desensitized and numb. Experts say there’s more than one way to process trauma, all of which are normal and to be expected.
A Monkeypox Vaccine Was Approved By The FDA In 2019. Here’s What To Know About It As The Virus Spreads.
A handful of cases of the rare but serious monkeypox virus have occurred in the US and other countries where it normally doesn’t spread, but there is a vaccine that can prevent serious disease. Here’s what to know about the Jynneos shot.
What’s Up With Those IV Therapy Treatments Kendall Jenner And Hailey Bieber Received?
IV vitamin therapy is “the latest trend in functional or alternative medicine to kind of rip through the general community as a cure-all,” one expert said. “It's just one more way to fleece people for money.”
Autistic People Are Finding Community, Confidence, And Acceptance On TikTok
Autistic people didn’t always have a platform or readily available community. Now, they’re using TikTok to make connections and teach others about neurodiverse communities.
People Are Telling Parents To Breastfeed In Response To A Formula Shortage, But That’s Not How Boobs Work
There’s a severe nationwide shortage in infant formula right now and people are shaming parents online for not breastfeeding because everything is terrible and many don’t know how lactation works.
The Abortion Debate Highlights Challenges People Face To Get Their Tubes Tied
People who want tubal ligations often face serious obstacles, and it's been a persistent problem even in post-Roe America.
Long COVID Patients Say Doctors Are Ignoring Their Symptoms
Long COVID can be debilitating and occurs in up to 30% of people who have had the coronavirus, but the people experiencing it often find that doctors dismiss, ignore, or downplay their unusual symptoms.
Commuting To Work Can Be Bad For Your Health, Research Shows. Here’s Why.
The pandemic may have transformed your commute to work or abolished it. If you’re back at it, here’s how commuting can affect your health, in good and bad ways.
Viral Videos Of Airline Passengers Cheering The End Of Mask Mandates Don’t Show How Some People Were Suddenly Very Nervous
“It really shows how society looks at our most vulnerable.”
Amy Schumer Opened Up About Having Trichotillomania. Here’s What People With The Condition Think About That.
Amy Schumer revealed she’s been dealing with trichotillomania for years. Here’s what to know about the hair-pulling disorder and why Schumer’s transparency matters.