Read articles on Signs and Symptoms to help identify early warning signs of health conditions and take timely action for better prevention and care.

(img by Variety) Still Going Strong Picture this: You wake up in the morning, sunlight sneaking through the curtains, and the first thing on your mind isn’t creaky knees or that pile of laundry—but what song you’re going to belt out like nobody’s listening. That’s how I like to imagine Dolly Parton starts her days. […]

Whispers and Worries Most people don’t realize that sometimes all it takes is one Facebook post—one little “please pray for Dolly”—to send the internet into a full-blown meltdown. We’ve all seen rumors spiral before, but when the subject is Dolly Parton? It’s like someone set the country music world on fire. Suddenly you’re hearing people […]

(img by WIRED) Ever Had That “Uh Oh” Moment? Let’s just get right to it. You’re standing in your bathroom, minding your business, pulling on a fresh pair of briefs… and boom, you spot it. A weird, rusty—or maybe bright red—stain you don’t remember from last night. Trust me, it happens to more folks than […]

(img by Give Blood) Ever Had That “Wait, What?” Moment? At first, I honestly thought it was nothing. You know how it goes—maybe you sat too long, or maybe your laundry got mixed with some red sock. But finding actual blood in your pants as a guy… that sends your brain into overdrive. It’s the […]

Tiny Surprises, Big Questions Have you ever pulled down your underwear and spotted…well, a slight spot of blood on the inside front of your underpants? Yeah. That flash of panic is so real. (I’ve been there too—side glance at my laundry, thinking, “Was that always there?”) Our minds jump to the worst places. Cancer? Some […]

Signs of Candida overgrowth include mouth lesions, persistent tiredness, and gastrointestinal disturbances. Treating the root cause can relieve symptoms and reduce the likelihood of recurrent infections. Candida normally exists in small quantities in the mouth, intestines, and on the skin. When kept in check, this fungus is usually harmless. But if Candida multiplies excessively, it […]

Molly, also known as MDMA, is available as tablets, capsules, powders, or crystals. This substance is illegal in the United States and carries significant risks. MDMA (3,4-methylenedioxy-methamphetamine) is commonly associated with club and party scenes. It’s prized for elevating mood, energy, empathy, and sensory experiences, and it can also produce mild hallucinogenic effects. Most often […]

When your body shifts from burning glucose to burning fat, ketone levels rise — a state called ketosis. This can cause noticeable changes in breath odor, appetite, and overall energy. The ketogenic, or keto, diet is a widely used and effective approach for shedding pounds and enhancing health. When done correctly, this low-carbohydrate, high-fat eating […]

A recent uptick in COVID-19 cases has been linked to a new Omicron subvariant XFG known colloquially as “Stratus.” New CDC data indicate that “Stratus” has become the predominant variant in the United States. As of August 5, CDC data shows that COVID-19 cases are rising in 45 states. In light of recent changes to […]