About 14% of the US population has a membership at a gym. This means they work out at a place where others work out and walk around. It also means they shower and dress in these gyms, too. While most gyms will want to tout their cleanliness, the reality is that Athlete's Foot is a breeding ground when many people walk in the same areas. There are many other ways you can find yourself with a...
Did you know that American women are more likely to have period sex than women from China? Let's get real, ladies; there are things in this world that you can do and things you can't do when you're on your period. However, every month (sometimes like clockwork, sometimes not), your period hits, and more often than not, it's at a very inconvenient time. Maybe you have an important event coming up ...
Studies have suggested that up to one-third of adults suffer from insomnia symptoms on a global level. They've also shown that about 10% of adults all across the world have been diagnosed with insomnia disorder. Insomnia is one of the worst sleep disorders around because it can take a serious toll on a person's physical and mental health. It can make it almost impossible for them to lead a norm...
The World Health Organization has found that almost 200 million people from all across the world suffer from cold sores each year. Outside of the fact that cold sores don't usually look all that nice, they can also be very painful at times. A cold sore, or a fever blister as it's sometimes called, is caused by the herpes simplex virus. A large percentage of the global population is walking arou...
Did you know that that chronic itch affects about 1% of the global population!? Although it seems like a small percentage, that is a lot of people! There's nothing worse than dealing with an itch that never seems to go away. This can get in the way of your daily life and cause mood swings and irritation. Luckily, there is usually something you can do to solve the issue. Whether you need to tak...
Did you know that by age 35, around 2/3 of men will struggle with hair loss? While it's common, hair loss in women is also a regular issue, too. Early Signs of hair loss can be a difficult and embarrassing problem to deal with. It's hard to know when you should start treatment, or even what treatments are available. You may feel like you have nowhere to turn for help. Don't worry - we've got...
The name is a little misleading. Athlete's foot commonly affects athletes because it thrives in damp environments and closed-toe shoes, but anyone can catch this infection. It's also contagious so every person is at risk if they don't take precautions. While the fungal infection can be itchy, annoying, and unsightly to look at, athlete's foot is not dangerous. When it comes to treatments, ther...
Are you someone who suffers from migraine headaches on a regular basis? Migraines have, unfortunately, become all too common throughout the world. One recent survey found that about 10% of people suffer from migraines regularly on a global level. Those between the ages of 20 and 50 seem to be the most susceptible to migraines, but people of all ages can suffer from them. If chronic migraines are k...
Around 25 million Americans suffer from asthma. Asthma is a difficult condition to deal with. Many people with asthma can't live normal lives without asthma pumps. There are many different asthma inhalers, but some of the most common use albuterol as the active ingredient. Other inhalers work the same way to dilate a person's airways. This makes it easier to breathe during an asthma attack. ...
It's easy to take our eyesight for granted. But vision problems from eye conditions aren't as rare as you might think. Latest estimates show that as many as 12 million Americans currently suffer from vision problems. If you have problems with your eyes, it's essential to get the proper medication as soon as possible. Doing so will help reduce the risks of complications. One of those medications ...