Health

Brandon Wilson had his first heart attack at 29.“One day I just woke up and said, ‘I don’t feel right.’”He’d had chest pain before, but not like this.“It was on a level that I can only describe as some of the worst pain I’ve ever had in my life.”In the emergency room, doctors and nurses… […]

You may have heard that a paleo diet can help with weight loss. That’s most likely because it’s filled with of lean meats, fish, fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds while being low in carbohydrates and processed and sugary foods.But how might the paleo diet affect your cholesterol?You’ve probably heard of two types of cholesterol in… […]

May 31, 2023 – In an exclusive sit-down interview with WebMD’s John Whyte, MD, FDA Commissioner Robert M. Califf, MD, shares how artificial intelligence could transform the future of medicine, what the FDA can and cannot do about drug shortages and misinformation, and why it’s an exciting time at the agency. “Let’s talk about what everyone’s… […]

If you have high cholesterol, one of the lifestyle changes you might consider as you work to bring your levels down is to start a workout program. While many doctors suggest brisk walks or resistance training, regular yoga may also improve your cholesterol. You can practice in a class online, in a studio with a… […]

If you have psoriasis and allergies, maybe you’ve wondered if your allergy flares make your skin condition worse.There’s no need to guess: Doctors and researchers haven’t found links between the two problems. Here, four experts break down both conditions and explain what can trigger them.Although psoriasis and allergies both involve your immune system, the causes… […]

Steven Siracuse was about 19 years old when his psoriasis got bad. Rash-like patches showed up on his elbows, forearms, knees, calves, and scalp. A college freshman at the time, he covered up in long-sleeve shirts to avoid questions and stares. He also used steroid creams that didn’t help.Now, more than 10 years later, his… […]

Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that flows through your bloodstream. You’re at risk for a heart attack or stroke if your cholesterol numbers aren’t good. Statins might help. That’s a class of drugs designed to lower your body’s level of low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol, also known as “bad” cholesterol.While statins have a lot of… […]

Joni Kazantzis was 15 years old when she woke up one morning covered with red, scaly spots that looked a lot like chickenpox. It happened overnight, so her mother thought it may have been an allergic reaction. But within the same week, she got a diagnosis: guttate psoriasis. That’s a type of psoriasis that shows… […]

Psoriasis is a common skin disease that can affect different parts of your body, including your face. It causes red, scaly patches that might be worse for a few weeks or months or less noticeable at times.Some people with the condition choose to cover their psoriasis with makeup. While some doctors suggest you avoid makeup… […]

By John Harris, MD, as told to Hallie LevineI’ve been a vitiligo researcher for almost 20 years. While it affects people of all races and ethnicities equally, it’s more visible in people with darker skin tones. As a result, they may be more self-conscious about it or experience more social stigma. But what I tell… […]