Conditionally
Your biggest health condition questions, answered.
How to Deal If Migraine Is Messing With Your Social Life
Having to cancel plans sometimes doesn’t make you a bad friend.
How to Handle Unexpected Migraine Symptoms When They Strike
Having a plan of action in place can make a world of difference.
What to Do If Your Doctor Isn’t Taking Your Migraine Pain Seriously
Get the care you need and deserve.
Condition Spotlight
Hidradenitis Suppurativa
This inflammatory skin condition is often misunderstood.
Living With Type 2 Diabetes
How to Talk to Family and Friends About Your Diabetes Diagnosis
Having the right people in your corner can relieve some pressure.
7 Self-Care Tips That Can Ease the Stress of Living With Type 2 Diabetes
Sometimes, that might mean cutting yourself some slack when life feels chaotic.
To Accept My Chronic Condition, I Needed to Grieve the Life That Could Have Been
I gave myself tender permission to stew in the unfairness of it all. And I gave it time.
REAL TALK
Why Are Black Women Disproportionately Affected by Uterine Fibroids?
Unique risk factors, pain that’s ignored, and delayed treatment are all at play.
Yes, You Really Should Avoid Taking Ibuprofen When Drinking—Here’s Why
Popping a pill to prevent a hangover? Read this.
People Swear by Boric Acid for Relentless Vaginal Infections—Here’s What Ob-Gyns Think
If you’re stuck in a yeast/BV loop and desperate for relief, read this.
Martina Navratilova Shared How ‘Brutal’ Chemo Can Be After Her Double Cancer Diagnosis
“As a top-level athlete, you think you’re going to live to a hundred and that you can rehab it all.”
How to Have Safe Sex With Genital Herpes
There’s a ton of misinformation around this super-common STI—but a diagnosis doesn’t spell doom for your hookups.
The FDA Just Approved a New Drug to Protect Babies and Toddlers From RSV
Experts say the injectable medication, called Beyfortus, will be critical ahead of cold and flu season.
Demi Lovato’s 2018 Drug Overdose Caused Complications She Still Lives With Today
The long-term effects serve as a “constant reminder to stay on the right path.”
Lisa Marie Presley Died of Small Bowel Obstruction—Here’s What That Means
The blockage was related to a bariatric surgery she had years ago.
How to Predict When a Migraine Attack Will Happen—And Potentially Avoid It
Here’s what you should know about the prodrome phase.
Keke Palmer Got Real About the Pressure of Breastfeeding: It’s Been a ‘Doozy’
“It isn’t that easy. And if it is for you, wonderful. But I think more often than not, it’s difficult.”
Here’s a Super Easy Way to Keep Mosquitoes Away From Your Home, According to the CDC
Turns out, your yard, deck, or balcony might be the ideal egg-laying site.
How to Treat a Hellish Poison Ivy Rash Fast
Before you scratch yourself to shreds, try one of these easy fixes that actually work.
People Swear That Ice Caps Make Their Migraine Feel Better—Here’s What the Science Says
If you’re dealing with awful head pain, you might have questions about cold therapy.
Here’s How to Tell If Your Sunscreen Has Expired
You might think using old SPF is no biggie, but that half-empty bottle could be working against you.
The FDA Just Approved a New Alopecia Drug for Hair Loss. Here’s Why It’s So Promising
Some people have seen major hair regrowth in clinical trials—and it’s the first treatment available for teens with the condition.
Local Malaria Cases Have Been Confirmed in the US—Should I Be Worried?
The mosquito-borne disease hasn’t been transmitted domestically since 2003.
Swimmer’s Ear Can Be Excruciating—Here Are the Symptoms to Look Out For
Experts say it will only get worse if you try to wait it out.
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How to Deal With Excruciatingly Heavy Periods Caused by Uterine Fibroids
Some ways to make them less of a nightmare so you can just...get on with your life.
6 Sneaky Uterine Fibroid Symptoms You Really Shouldn’t Ignore
Heavy periods and cramping outside of your cycle are big signs.
Kerry Washington Shared the Ingredient That ‘Transformed’ Her Eczema-Prone Skin
At 46, the actor’s routine is all about hydration.
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How to Actually Protect Yourself Against Mosquito Bites
In addition to being annoying and itchy, these bloodsuckers can carry some gnarly diseases.
I’m a Grown-Ass Adult—Why Is Chin Acne Still Ruining My Life?
Dermatologists explain those frustrating breakouts—and how to treat them.
How Even a Little Daily Movement Can Help Reduce Your Risk of Dementia
Your brain will thank you in the present and the future.
Sarah Ferguson, Duchess of York, Almost Missed the Screening That Revealed Her Breast Cancer
She was “symptom-free” ahead of her testing and recently underwent a single mastectomy.
These Are the Best Antioxidants to Add to Your Skin Care Routine
Vitamin C is a biggie, but it’s not the only one worth your time and money.
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How Listening to My Body Helped Me Come Out
A dermatologist diagnosed me with eczema—but also asked me what was going on internally.
How to Navigate Dating When You’re Immunocompromised
Anyone who shames you for protecting your health isn’t worth your time.
I Thought I Just Got Sicker Than Other People—Until a Blood Test Led to a Life-Changing Diagnosis
I never suspected I might have an immune deficiency disease.
More Frozen Fruit Was Just Recalled, This Time for a Possible Listeria Contamination
If you shop at Whole Foods, Walmart, Trader Joe’s, Target, or Aldi, you’re going to want to pay attention.
If You’re Traveling Abroad, Here Are the Vaccines You Should Get ASAP
You’re taking a vacation to enjoy yourself, not to risk vomiting, fever, or even a fatal illness.
Here’s Exactly How Sunscreen Works to Protect Your Skin
What does SPF mean? Is mineral sunblock better? We got the answers.
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What to Know About CVID, a Rare Immune Disorder That’s Often Misdiagnosed
Symptoms can vary widely but often include frequent infections, intense fatigue, and GI issues.
EMDR Therapy Is Getting More Popular. Here’s How It Works
We asked an expert to walk us through the novel trauma treatment.
Naomi Watts Recalled Feeling ‘Alone’ When She Hit Perimenopause in Her 30s
“Somehow everyone’s signed this code of silence, yet everyone’s going there at some point.”