It’s a force to be reckoned with. Gravity is what holds Earth in orbit around the sun and keeps us from floating off into space. Unfortunately, it can — quite literally — be a real downer. The constant pull of gravity compresses our spine, loads our joints and requires our muscles to work harder to … Read more
Exposed tendons and bones. Wounds that attract maggots. A foul smell from dead tissue. Even as more potent drugs have hit the streets, the flesh-rotting animal tranquilizer xylazine is still wreaking havoc across the US. Known as “tranq,” the illegal sedative is often mixed with fentanyl to enhance and extend the high. In 2023, 30% … Read more
For years, Selma Blair battled unexplained pain and crippling fatigue while doctors dismissed her symptoms. Blair revealed that despite experiencing symptoms since childhood, her multiple sclerosis (MS) wasn’t diagnosed until she was in her 40s. “I was diagnosed with relapsing [remitting] MS in 2018. It turned out I probably had juvenile MS as my first optical neuritis … Read more
Fevers are frightening for both our little ones and us as parents. But according to Dr. Katie, an emergency doctor who’s seen it all, there are a few things she wishes every parent understood about treating them. Parents worrying about their child’s temperature is something she sees all too often, so she’s taken to TikTok to help ease … Read more
Is your back getting on your nerves? Your spine provides structural support, enables mobility and flexibility and protects your spinal cord, which facilitates communication between your brain and the rest of your body. It’s easy to screw up your spine with everyday activities, especially if you have bad posture, a sedentary lifestyle and poor technique … Read more
Think twice before trusting everything you see on social media, especially when it comes to so-called health hacks. Dr. Jackie Walters, a seasoned OB/GYN and cast member of Bravo’s “Married to Medicine,” is urging people to turn to their doctor — not their feed — for guidance on contraception. “I’m seeing a trend among my … Read more
From subway cars to office cubicles, New Yorkers are hoarse and hacking this fall — sidelined by stubborn symptoms that just won’t quit. While official data indicates that overall respiratory illness activity remains low across the city, experts say the effects of a late-summer surge caused by one particular virus are still being felt. “[It] … Read more
Corns and calluses a royal pain? The Queen’s got you. Foot surgeon Dr. Yolanda Ragland — who calls herself the “Queen of Toes” on social media — has some advice for preventing the common ailments, as well as some at-home cures. Foot surgeon Dr. Yolanda Ragland — who calls herself the “Queen of Toes” on … Read more
A Welsh family is mourning the loss of a young runner who died after doctors perplexingly diagnosed her symptoms as allergies. Throughout the summer, 24-year-old Georgia Taylor reported symptoms like rashes, swelling and a mysterious pain in her leg. Shortly after returning home from a trip to Greece, she rapidly deteriorated and was admitted to … Read more
Is your doctor stuck in 2011? A new survey found six percent of Americans feel like they’re walking “backwards in time” 14 years whenever they have a doctor’s appointment. The poll of 2,000 U.S. adults who have visited a doctor within the past 12 months found that two in three believe having a modern or … Read more
Dr. John D’Angelo wrote a letter to Northwell CEO Michael Dowling in 2003, asking the high-profile leader if the health system would create a pay-gap program for veterans transitioning out of service and into civilian medical roles. “He didn’t know me. I was here for only three years,” D’Angelo told The Post of when he … Read more
Stand at attention for an off-kilter sign of this particular kind of dementia. Nearly 7 million Americans have been diagnosed with dementia, which gradually destroys memory, thinking skills, and the capacity to perform basic tasks. While Alzheimer’s disease remains the most common form of dementia, another prevalent type of cognitive decline includes a singular symptom. LBD patients can … Read more
Having your mouth taped shut is the stuff of nightmares — but some people are doing just that to themselves. And in an attempt to sleep better, no less. Doctors say don’t do it. Some on social media say it’s a hack for getting more and better sleep and to reduce snoring. The claims — which … Read more
Don’t sweat the fall stuff — including respiratory viruses. Cases of the common cold, flu, COVID-19 and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) tend to increase in the autumn and winter as people spend more time indoors. Drier air also helps these viruses survive and spread more easily. Here are the best ways to protect yourself from … Read more
QUESTION: Is it true drinking wine before bedtime is like giving red cordial to a child? I swear, whenever I’ve been drinking wine lately I’ve had the worst night’s sleep. The girls at the gym swear blindly it’s the sugar in the wine that makes me unable to go back to sleep when I wake up … Read more
An ER doc has gone viral for revealing the most outrageous object he’s ever removed from a patient’s butt — we promise you’ll never think of autumn the same way again. Chicago emergency room Dr. Kenji Oyasu shared that a common problem he encounters is the presence of questionable objects lodged in the rectum. “Whenever … Read more
Well, this poses a challenge for yogis! Yoga has a lot of flex appeal — it can increase strength, improve posture and lower the odds of developing chronic diseases. But a triple-board-certified neurologist warns that some yoga poses can raise the risk of stroke, a medical emergency that occurs when blood flow to the brain is disrupted. … Read more
This video is cutting edge. NYC sword swallower Gin Minsky went viral after filming a video of what it looks like when she shoves an 18-inch blade down her throat. The shocking Instagram clip — which was taken at Columbia University Medical Center in Midtown East — shows the sword moving over her larynx and into her esophagus … Read more
CHICAGO — I’m no Bryan Johnson, but I was feeling pretty confident when I strolled into the Northwestern Medicine Human Longevity Clinic in July. I’ve taken several aging tests over the past year to learn how my cells and systems are functioning. One pinpointed my biological age at 29 and another at 36, which is … Read more
It’s flossophy 101 — healthy gums for a healthier you. Most people focus on their teeth when brushing, but strong gums are essential for overall well-being. Dr. Jason Auerbach, an oral and maxillofacial surgeon in New Jersey, is sharing a secret weapon for preventing gum infections caused by a buildup of bacteria. Courtesy of Dr. … Read more