Rhinoplasty is one of the most common facial plastic surgeries. If you want to alter the size, shape or angle of your nose, or if you have a nasal birth defect, injury or breathing issues, it may be right for you.
A new vaccine will be available later this fall, updated to be more effective against the currently circulating COVID-19 strains. When it is released, everyone should consider getting the new booster, says infectious diseases specialist Mark Rupp, MD.
Iron deficiency may be an issue for as many as 1 in 3 adolescent girls and young women, and even more concerning, it’s largely underdiagnosed. A recent study in JAMA found that nearly 40% of women ages 12 to 21 are likely to have low iron levels.
While most sexually transmitted infections are transmitted through blood, vaginal secretions and semen, there are some that can also be contracted via contact with saliva and the mucous membranes in the mouth.
One of the potential changes you may notice as you age is the development of a curve or hump in your upper spine. This hump – a Dowager’s hump – is a common issue for older people but is nevertheless quite treatable.
The COVID-19 pandemic caused a lot of parents to cancel well-child visits, and, as a result, many children missed routine vaccinations. The good news is that the trend is reversing as the pandemic recedes. The World Health Organization says the number of children missing out on vaccinations is nearly back to pre-pandemic levels.
What is the best diet for diverticulitis? Diverticulitis is an inflammatory condition that occurs in the large intestine. It develops when pouches, called diverticula, become inflamed or infected by bacteria. Since diverticulitis is an inflammatory condition, you should avoid foods that require extra effort to digest.