Slow your speed with that stick. A TikTok famous dermatologist has shared some valuable deodorant advice “that might just change your life.” Dermatologist Dr. Lindsey Zubritksy, aka @dermguru, posted a quick clip to her feed revealing the best time to apply deodorant for maximum usage against perspiration. Surprisingly it’s not first thing in the morning … Read more
A British father of two has been diagnosed with Stage 4 bowel cancer — nearly two years since he started seeking medical attention. Richard Scott, 41, said he began observing blood in his stool and experiencing extreme exhaustion, which prompted him to visit a doctor in March 2021. “As the months went on, my symptoms … Read more
Many people around the world turn to ginger ale when they’re feeling sick — but the bubbly drink may not be an effective treatment method, according to medical and nutrition experts. The ginger-flavored soft drink has long been rumored to be a cure for nausea, upset stomach, vomiting and other gastrointestinal illnesses, though it’s unclear why people believe the … Read more
This might make you see things differently. Rubbing your eyes because of drowsiness, stress or even allergies could have detrimental effects, UK optometrist Nimmi Mistry warns. The habit — often “an automatic response to tired, irritated eyes” — could result in a “whole host of issues,” she told the Mirror in an interview this week. … Read more
In the nick of time. A doctor has shared the best ways to shave your legs perfectly, every time. Dr. Simi Adedeji, a London-based medical doctor who specializes in Skin and Women’s Health has shared with her 1.05 million YouTube subscribers “the 10 basic rules to help you achieve the perfect shave.” The first two … Read more
About two in five (39%) surveyed people have used online information in lieu of visiting their physician, with the average person self-diagnosing four times in the past year based on information found online. A recent survey of 2,016 U.S. adults ages 40 and over revealed people’s most common misconceptions about what is and isn’t healthy, … Read more
After two deadly outbreaks of the rare Marburg virus disease in Africa, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is warning US doctors to be on the lookout for patients exhibiting symptoms. In the agency’s health advisory issued Thursday, officials urged clinicians to be vigilant due to the “potential for imported cases.” There are no … Read more
OMG-YN! A gynecologist in Honduras was flabbergasted to discover a cockroach lurking inside a patient’s vagina. “She said she had something unusual in her vagina,” Dr. Marco Cálix, an ob-gyn based in Tegucigalpa, told Jam Press about the unlikely infestation. The gyno is somewhat of a “doc star” in the online gynecology community, frequently documenting … Read more
Doctor burnout has been linked to overprescribing opioids and antibiotics, a new study suggests. The study published in the British Journal of General Practice found that general practitioners who work long hours are up to five times more likely to prescribe high levels of medications. Researchers at the National Institute for Health and Care Research … Read more
A teen was left horrified after her seemingly innocuous pimple morphed into a bruise-like mass that enveloped her entire face — leaving doctors baffled. Nancy Morel, 18, frequently shares her dermal journey to her more than 101,000 followers on Instagram. The burgeoning blonde social media influencer, from Buckinghamshire, UK, and one of a family of … Read more
How often should we be cleaning the first thing we reach for when we finish our shower? The gross truth is we all probably need to be changing our bathroom towels to clean ones more often than we realize. With long periods of drought sadly normal in many parts of the country most Australians pride … Read more
A popular trend from the 2010s called “beezin’” is apparently getting new buzz since appearing on TikTok, causing doctors to warn of its potential harm. “Beezers” claim that applying Burt’s Bees lip balm to their eyes does everything from get them high, intensify the effects of alcohol and keep them awake for a full night of partying or studying. … Read more
It’s snot a laughing matter. The color of one’s nasal mucus can reveal what sort of health they are in, according to ear, nose and throat specialist Dr. Raj Sindwani of the Cleveland Clinic. “If your snot is changing color, you need to see what else is going on,” Dr. Sindwani said, adding that reasons can … Read more
Physician-assisted suicide has been a hotly debated topic across the United States for decades but a push to legalize the controversial practice in more states is picking up steam this year. Starting with Oregon in 1997, ten other states and the District of Columbia have made it legal for terminally ill patients to ask their doctor for a lethal … Read more
A doctor is warning that popular celebrity weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy could have a detrimental effect on muscle mass. Texas-based Dr. Peter Attia, who focuses on the science of longevity, claimed that he has seen patients losing muscle mass at an alarming rate. Wegovy and Ozempic — drugs that were first intended to … Read more
Mother knows best. A worried mother was dismissed as a “nervous first-time” parent when she took her sick infant son to the doctor 18 times in one month Eventually, though, he was found to have a dangerous brain tumor. Tessa Crane, 29, had serious concerns about her son Oscar’s health when he was about 7 … Read more
Men diagnosed with localized prostate cancer who want to avoid immediate surgery or radiation can safely choose to actively monitor the disease as a treatment method, according to a study released Saturday in the New England Journal of Medicine. Researchers in the study determined most men shouldn’t panic or rush to treatment decisions following a diagnosis as … Read more
A pediatric emergency medicine physician’s TikTok video has garnered more than 35 million views in 72 hours after she shared one of “the most interesting cases” she’s seen in her career — while warning people about one way a simple backyard barbecue could become life-threatening. “The ER is always unpredictable,” Dr. Meghan Martin, a pediatric emergency medicine … Read more
A Beverly Hills plastic surgeon is opening up about the cosmetic procedures she wouldn’t undergo. Dr. Kelly Killeen, who has been featured on the TV show “Dr. 90210,” reveals the top five elective surgeries to avoid in a viral TikTok video. “So No. 1 is low-hanging fruit. You probably all guessed it, it’s a Brazilian butt … Read more
This doctor is defying the passage of time with the help of a very elaborate morning routine. Dr. Mark Hyman, 63, claims to have a “biological age” of 43 and says smoothies, meditation and cold plunges are behind his Benjamin Button-esque buoyancy. While biological age tests are shrouded in controversy, one expert says they are … Read more