There’s something fishy going on — and finally, a way to reel in one of the leading culprits. A female-founded health startup just unveiled a game-changing treatment for the most common vaginal issue women face during their reproductive years. But here’s the twist: it targets their male partners. “With this launch, we are empowering couples … Read more
A man was told that his ear infection was actually a sign of a rare brain tumor. David Dingley, 76, noticed he wasn’t hearing properly in June 2023, but assumed he had a bad cold. His earing issues persisted, and after multiple visits to his GP, he was diagnosed with an ear infection, and later … Read more
Please don’t squeeze. That’s the warning from mom of three Lish Marie, who ended up in urgent care — and filling four different prescriptions — after simply popping a pimple on her face. But the spot in question sat in what dermatologists call the “triangle of death” — and her blemish blunder could have actually … Read more
Let this sink in — a dangerous, salt-obsessed bacterium is wreaking havoc along the Gulf Coast. Several dozen cases of Vibrio vulnificus and nine deaths have been reported so far this year across Florida, Louisiana, North Carolina, Alabama and Mississippi. The rod-shaped bacterium lurks in warm, brackish waters — it can enter your body when … Read more
Auf Wiedersehen, creepy crawlers. Heidi Klum believes her body is infested with worms and parasites — and now the German supermodel and her husband Tom Kaulitz are embarking on a months-long cleanse to purge them from her system. “I’m going to deworm and de-parasite for the first time,” Klum, 52, told the Wall Street Journal. … Read more
Total udder destruction. A new report reveals the shocking extent of a salmonella outbreak linked to raw milk products. Detailed in the Morbidity and Mortality Weekly Report published by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the outbreak took place between September 2023 and March 2024 and affected over 160 people. Report authors noted that the … Read more
Urine for a rough ride with this infection. High blood pressure, elevated cholesterol, cigarette use, diabetes, obesity and physical inactivity are among the risk factors for heart attack and stroke. A family history of these episodes, age and sex play a role, too. Several factors increase your risk of heart attack and stroke — a … Read more
A quadruple amputee says an incredibly common infection that affects about 15 million women in the US every year — and is usually cleared up by antibiotics — nearly killed her. And it wasn’t because she didn’t seek medical attention — even if she did initially put down her symptoms to other things like asthma … Read more
Brisket — if you’ll risk it. You probably know the major dangers of summer grilling. There’s the potential for smoke inhalation, eye injuries, burns and grease fires. There’s also a hidden health hazard that can significantly increase the likelihood of injury, turning a barbecue into an emergency rescue. Wire cleaning brushes — particularly those that … Read more
It’s a hairy situation. An influencer says his head “blew up like a balloon” after he violated the “no-sex rule” after undergoing a hair transplant in Turkey. “[I] woke up the next day and my head was just absolutely massive,” Ruben Owen, 24, told South West News Service about the supersize side effect. The cranial … Read more
Talk about a no-brainer. There are several foods you can eat for better brain health, such as fatty fish, leafy greens, nuts, berries, tomatoes and coffee. These nutrient powerhouses provide vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and healthy fats crucial for optimal brain function and cognitive health. In a viral TikTok, neurologist Baibing Chen reveals three foods that … Read more
Summer is here — and according to one OBGYN, there’s more to fear. If you’re part of the half of the population with a vagina, the hottest months of the year create a much higher risk for a very common — but extremely uncomfortable — issue. Fortunately, Dr. Carly Ross broke down some easy steps … Read more
Here’s another reason to slather on some SPF this summer — especially if you’re planning to bare it all. Jenna Bush Hager revealed this week that a trip to a topless beach in Spain during high school left her so scorched, her chest turned green. “If you get burned, it’s not pretty,” the 43-year-old “Today … Read more
We won’t beat around the bush: When it comes to vaginal health, all underwear is not created equal. Certain styles and fabrics are better than others at keeping things clean and infection-free down below, according to Winx Health’s medical adviser Dr. Carly Ross. And while thongs and G-strings are perfectly fine for occasionally avoiding visible panty lines, … Read more
No sweat! Experts say exercising on your period is absolutely fine — and even beneficial — because hitting the gym can reduce menstrual pain, boost mood and potentially ease bloating. If you’re planning to embrace outdoor workouts this summer, you may want to take extra care choosing feminine products that offer protection while also helping … Read more
You know you’re supposed to be checking the twins every month. Now it’s time to meet their sister. “As a cancer doctor, I want women doing monthly self-breast exams — but I want them doing self-vulva exams too,” Dr. Clare Bertucio, a radiation oncologist and CEO of vulva care brand Medicine Mama, told The Post. … Read more
When Dr. Jim Hotz attended medical school at The Ohio State University, an infectious disease specialist showed his class a slide of the bacteria that cause tuberculosis. “And he said, ‘You’ll probably not see another case of tuberculosis in your career,’ ” Hotz, 75, recalled to The Post. “I come down to Georgia, and it … Read more
When we dreamt of a magic pill that could cure anything, we weren’t thinking of poo pills — also known as “crapsules.” But these little capsules packed with freeze-dried fecal matter have recently shown promise in treating everything from advanced cancer to deadly liver disease. Some even say fecal transplants — in which the poop … Read more
A 71-year-old woman reportedly contracted a brain infection from using tap water — and died from it. Regardless of whether tap water is safe to consume where you live, experts advise against letting it go into your sinuses — or you risk being exposed to a brain-eating condition, like this unidentified woman. According to the … Read more
Baby got bac! We all know that kissing and other close contact can transmit infections like the common cold, mononucleosis and herpes. A new study out of Iran suggests that depression and anxiety might be transmissible through kissing, too. A new study out of Iran suggests that depression and anxiety might be transmissible through kissing. … Read more