What is mental health?
Mental health is about how people think, feel, and behave. Mental health care professionals can help people manage conditions such…
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Can stress make you ill?
If a person experiences stress on a regular basis, they might notice symptoms such as irregular eating patterns, difficulty sleeping,…
How to look after your mental health during a pandemic
As part of the global response to the pandemic, the citizens of many countries are having to stay at home.…
MNT investigates: The role of gut bacteria in ulcerative colitis
Key takeaways The gut microbiome in individuals with ulcerative colitis often exhibits less variety and stability, featuring reduced levels of…
Ocrevus (ocrelizumab)
Ocrevus is a brand-name intravenous (IV) infusion prescribed for certain types of multiple sclerosis and clinically isolated syndrome. Ocrevus contains…
Everything you need to know about stroke (cerebrovascular accident)
A stroke occurs due to a decrease in oxygen to the brain. Symptoms can include facial drooping, speech problems, and…
Why is nutrition so hard to study?
Is dairy good or bad for health? Is cholesterol evil? Does red meat kill or cure? Is the ketogenic diet…
Can men become pregnant?
A person who was born with male reproductive organs and is living as a man cannot get pregnant. However, some…
Green cleaning products guide
Medically reviewed by Debra Rose Wilson, Ph.D., MSN, R.N., IBCLC, AHN-BC, CHT — Written by Jenna Fletcher on February 18,…
How does climate change affect human health?
Climate change affects human health in a variety of ways. Extreme changes in the weather and environment can increase existing…