Symptoms

long COVID definition

Long COVID lacks universal definition, leading to misdiagnosis and misguidance

Breast cancer often doesn't begin with a noticeable lump; here are other signs to watch for

Breast Cancer Symptoms

Fall allergies can last through November, but there are several ways to manage them

As the days get shorter, seasonal affective disorder kicks in for many Americans

Seasonal Affective Disorder

Sandra Bullock's partner dies of ALS; here's what to know about the disease

Migraines can be worse in the summer; here's how to combat them

A little-known respiratory virus surged this spring as other illnesses receded

Human Metapneumovirus hMPV

Children's Health

Girls with autism often have subtle symptoms, making it easy to overlook

Girls with autism

People with 'high-functioning anxiety' often mask their struggles. Here's how to spot someone that needs help

High-functioning anxiety

How to tell whether congestion is caused by a cold, sinus infection or allergies

Cold vs. Allergies Vs. Sinus Infection

Ovarian cancer symptoms can be vague so listen to your body, doctors say

Ovarian cancer symptoms

'COVID tongue' may be another early indication of coronavirus infection

COVID-19 sparks six distinct symptom clusters, researchers say

Six types of COVID-19

Six new COVID-19 symptoms confirmed by CDC

New COVID-19 symptoms

Digestive symptoms, diarrhea could be signs of coronavirus, Chinese study finds

Does zinc really cure colds faster?

Symptoms of the most common STDs

Gonorrhea bacteria NAIAD 04192019

Apparently tons of Americans lie to their bosses about their allergy symptoms

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This is why you always seem to feel more sick at night

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Dry January Wine

Dry January isn't just a month away from alcohol. It leads to long-term reductions in drinking

Health Benefits Couples

Strong relationships provide the willpower needed to sustain a healthy lifestyle

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Why intentions may work better than New Year’s resolutions

Steps Better Health Naps

As a health writer, here are five steps I took in 2025 that improved my life

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Medical school enrollment surpasses 100,000 for first time as application numbers rebound

Not happy with how you look in photos? There's a psychological explanation

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