Read medically reviewed articles that explain symptoms, treatments, and lifestyle tips for a wide range of health conditions.
What you need to know A racing heart is known as heart palpitations. They are usually harmless, but they can indicate a more serious condition that could require treatment. Common causes of a racing heart include stress, anxiety, exercise and medication. Less often, they are caused by a medical condition such as an irregular heartbeat […]
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What you need to know High cholesterol typically causes no symptoms, but there will be plaque blockages building silently in your bloodstream, eventually leading to severe cardiovascular events. High cholesterol is commonly caused by a high fat diet, lack of exercise, smoking and genetics. This condition can only be diagnosed with a blood test, but […]
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What you need to know Heartburn is caused by acid reflux, which is when acid from the stomach flows back into the esophagus. Frequent bouts of acid reflux could indicate GERD. If you experience heartburn more than twice a week, this is a common sign of GERD, which is caused by a weakened lower esophageal […]
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What you need to know If you’ve been trying to lose weight for a long time and aren’t seeing progress, you might feel disheartened, but there could be a simple explanation. Hormones play an important role in how your body stores food, triggers hunger and decides when to stop eating, so it makes sense that […]
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What you need to know Losing some hair every day is normal, but when this amount significantly increases, it could be a sign that something is amiss. The medical term for hair loss is alopecia, but hair shedding can also occur, which is known as telogen effluvium. Hair shedding is commonly linked to life events […]
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What you need to know Mouth sores and infections are caused by a wide range of factors, including vitamin deficiencies, GERD, viral infections, hormonal changes, stress and more. Mouth infections could include instances of cold sores, canker sores and oral thrush. Recurring mouth infections should always be investigated, as the cause could be something more […]
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What you need to know Sleep is essential for your wider health, impacting everything from weight management to your brain health. Long term sleep deprivation is linked to health conditions like obesity, heart disease, type 2 diabetes, dementia and depression. Most adults aren’t getting enough sleep, with phones and other screens in the bedroom often […]
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What you need to know A urinary tract infection (UTI) is known medically as dysuria and it occurs when bacteria enters the urethra and multiplies in the bladder. Most UTIs will clear up in around 3-7 days with the correct antibiotic treatment. If left untreated, they can lead to more severe kidney infections. The symptoms […]
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What you need to know A high blood pressure diagnosis should be taken seriously, and lifestyle changes should follow. This condition can be managed and reversed with care and consideration to things like diet, medication and lifestyle changes. Regular monitoring can help patients to understand the importance of this condition and make it easier to […]
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What you need to know Allergies are incredibly common and affect over 100 million people every year in the United States. Around one in four children and one in three adults suffers from allergies. Treatment begins with identifying the cause of the allergy and reducing exposure to allergens. Antihistamines are also recommended to help reduce […]
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