Though bile duct cancer can affect anyone, it’s more common in individuals older than age 65, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH). Bile duct cancer is often difficult to treat because most people don’t get a diagnosis until the cancer has already spread to other areas of the body. However, recent medical advances and newer treatment options have improved the outlook for people with this type of cancer....

The result? “Your body slowly heats up in an infrared sauna, and you may not start sweating until the end of the session, which [may] last from 30 to 40 minutes [or more],” she explains. Depending on the type of sauna that you’re in, it typically works up to a temperature of 140 to 145 degrees F. Far-Infrared Therapy This type of infrared therapy incorporates the far-infrared wavelengths, which deeply penetrate the skin....

Viral infections are the most common cause of meningitis in the United States, but the illness can also be caused by bacterial, parasitic, and fungal infections, according to the Mayo Clinic. (2) Other types of infections can also cause meningitis, and there are noninfectious causes as well, such as injuries, cancer, and certain medication. (1) Viral meningitis, the most common type of meningitis, is typically mild and frequently goes away on its own....

At the time, MS was still back in the dark ages, with no treatments to speak of except corticosteroids. Steroids always facilitated healing, made me feel invincible, and made whatever MS symptom was bothering me recede. But steroids were a Band-Aid solution, because every time I took them, they took something from me, namely calcium from my bones. Once the healing and the elation wore off, I was left with side effects and, ultimately, brittle bones....

But what does that look like when it comes to prescriptions? In the United States, private insurers and federal healthcare services control how often drugs can be refilled. On the supply side, drug shortages can and do occur, because manufacturers source many of the ingredients in prescription drugs from overseas. What types of “just in case” medications should be in the emergency toolbox, especially if someone in the household who relies on medications becomes ill or a mandatory lockdown or quarantine occurs?...

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), roughly 1 out of 10 hospital deaths are related to a blood clot that breaks off and travels to the lungs, called a pulmonary embolism (PE). Pulmonary embolism is part of a cluster of conditions that fall under venous thromboembolism (VTE). The clotting disorder also includes deep vein thrombosis (DVT), which is when a blood clot forms in a deep vein, usually in the lower leg, thigh, or pelvis....

Most people living with OCD have both obsessive and compulsive behaviors. Common examples of obsessions — which are usually disturbing and feel uncontrollable — include fear of germs or illness, fear of harming yourself or others, and the idea that everything must be orderly and symmetrical. Common compulsions — which are usually performed to make obsessive thoughts stop — include excessive cleaning, constantly double-checking things like doors and locks, and repetitive behaviors like counting and tapping to reduce anxiety....

Organ complex supplements actually do contain organs, typically from cows, which have been desiccated, or freeze-dried, powdered, and encapsulated. It may sound unpleasant, but product manufacturers claim that these pills offer a way to reap the benefits of nutrient-rich organ meats without having to chew your way through a slab of fried liver or down a skewer of grilled kidneys. RELATED: 10 Healthy Foods That Are Great Sources of Iron While organ meats are acknowledged as both nutritionally rich and largely unappetizing, at least among American consumers, there’s little to no published research on how these multi-organ supplements affect human health....

You’ve done it. A bad day at work, hard day with the kids, and you find yourself in your chocolate stash scarfing down some — or all — of of a bar. Now science suggests you knew what you were doing. Researchers at Loma Linda University Adventist Health Sciences Center in Southern California presented two small studies at the Experimental Biology 2018 annual meeting held this year in San Diego that found dark chocolate with a high concentration of cacao (beans from which chocolate and cocoa are made) has positive effects on inflammation, mood, memory, immunity, and stress levels....

What: Weekly #HealthTalk Twitter chat Where: tweetchat.com/room/HealthTalk When: Thursday, September 13, 2012 1-2pm EST Why: Join this chat for answers to any lingering questions you have about healthy snacking — but didn’t know who to ask! Bonnie Taub-Dix will be joining Everyday Health to discuss healthy snacking habits, debunking snacking myths and sharing some of the best and worst snacks to have. Learn more about our co-host: Bonnie Taub-Dix, MA,RD,CDN has been Owner of BTD Nutrition Consultants, LLC for more than three decades specializing in behavior and lifestyle modification and she is the author Read It Before You Eat It....

Hallmark symptoms of eczema, such as dry, red, itchy skin, can be troublesome for anyone, but, as Dalton can attest, it’s a whole new level when it affects your face. Eczema in High School: ‘My Skin Was Such a Mess’ Dalton’s skin became an issue in his teen years, when both cystic acne and atopic dermatitis — the most common type of eczema — started to appear on his face....

If you’re curious about taking the meal prepping plunge, there’s no need to pressure yourself into an overnight change. Erin Palinski-Wade, RD, CDCES, the New Jersey–based author of Belly Fat Diet for Dummies, suggests starting small so you don’t get overwhelmed. “Start with planning and preparing just one meal time in advance. For instance, meal prep only lunch,” she says. “Then build up to prepping and planning ahead for all meals over time....

“UV rays can harm our skin during any season and any type of weather,” says Sourab Choudhury, DO, a board-certified dermatologist and the chief medical officer at Dermatology Specialists in New York City. “The temperature outside doesn’t matter from a UV perspective. The sun’s rays can shine just as powerfully on a cold day as they might during the summer.” Dr. Choudhury says that even short and intense exposure to sun, such on a walk down the street or during a car ride on a sunny day, can cause sun damage....

Unfortunately, turmeric (and curcumin on its own) doesn’t absorb well into the bloodstream, and having it in curry once a month is unlikely to give you the desired anti-inflammatory and antioxidant benefits, says Dana Angelo White, RD, the owner of Dana White Nutrition. To reach the amounts of turmeric and curcumin shown to offer benefits in research studies, you’ll have to turn to supplements. It is important to note, however, that the U....

According to the authors of these studies, it’s thought that many of these people aren’t going to the hospital for their heart symptoms for fear of contracting the virus. Everyday Health’s survey supports this theory, as 63 percent of respondents said they are highly concerned about contracting the COVID-19 virus. But symptoms of a heart attack should not be ignored. Healthcare professionals take extra precautions — from enforcing mask-wearing and limiting visitors to enhancing disinfection procedures — to protect patients from contracting the virus in their facilities....

For example, a study published in the Journal of the American College of Cardiology looked at more than 55,000 runners ages 18 to 100 years and found that running even for 5 to 10 minutes daily at slow speeds showed significant reduction in cardiovascular disease risk. RELATED: Everything You Need to Know About How to Get the Cardio You Need Your lungs will love it, too. The activity has been linked to better oxygen intake, improved circulation, and increased lung function, according to a report published in March 2016 in the journal Breathe....

Whatever your current situation, it’s not too late to adopt some of the good lockdown habits that can help you lose weight. Other eating patterns born of the pandemic — the ones that led to weight gain — can derail your healthy eating habits long-term if you don’t deal with them now. Monica Reinagel, LDN, a clinical nurse specialist, licensed nutritionist, and host of the Change Academy podcast, offers expert advice on the dietary habits you want to take into the future and which ones are better off left behind....

Contrary to popular belief, it’s not the pets’ hair that makes a child sneeze and wheeze. It’s the proteins found in their urine, saliva, or pet dander, according to the AAFA. The proteins can stick to surfaces of walls, furniture, and clothing and stay there, at full strength, for a long time. A pet also can bring other allergens, such as pollen, into your home. “The first rule of allergies is, if you’re allergic to something, stay away from it,” says Mark Holbreich, MD, an allergist and immunologist with Allergy and Asthma Consultants in Indianapolis....

You may find that surprising, since eczema commonly worsens in the winter months, when the air is cold and dry, according to Johns Hopkins Medicine. “Although wintertime is actually the most common time for flares to occur, eczema can flare year-round,” says Shari Marchbein, MD, a board-certified dermatologist with Downtown Dermatology in New York City. In fact, a study published in January 2021 in The Journal of Dermatology found that one‐third of children with difficult‐to‐treat atopic eczema reported flares in spring and summer....

Heart failure is a chronic condition that affects around 6 million adults in the United States, according to Cardio Smart. And each year, 400,000 to 700,000 new cases are diagnosed. If you have heart failure, certain vital signs need daily checking, including weight and blood pressure. Certain lifestyle changes can also help you manage wellness. Follow these eight tips for success when you’re living with heart failure. 1. Weigh Every Day “You must weigh yourself every morning after you go to the bathroom,” says Tracy Stevens, MD, a cardiologist at the Muriel I....