Many people often work late into the night, using phrases like "burning the midnight oil" or "not sleeping for nights" to highlight their hard work.
While these expressions emphasise effort, they also come with health risks, particularly related to lack...
Ringworm of the body, also known as tinea corporis, is a common fungal infection that manifests as ring-shaped or circular rashes on the skin.
While it is a highly contagious condition, it is typically not serious and can be effectively...
As people age, they often notice changes in skin, hair, and joints—but fingernails also undergo transformation.
One of the most common and visible changes after age 40 is the appearance of vertical lines or ridges on the nails.
These ridges, known...
Stress sneaks into our lives in ways we don’t always recognize. While the most obvious signs include feeling overwhelmed or irritable, stress often shows itself in more subtle ways.
These subtle signs of stress are your body’s way of waving...
Nail health is something I’ve paid close attention to ever since I began studying Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM).
What I love most about TCM is that it teaches you how to play a detective role in your own health by...
Colon cancer used to be a disease of older adults. Now, one in five new cases is diagnosed in people under 54, and scientists are finally beginning to understand why.
A new study published in Nature has found a strong...
Discovering something unusual in your child’s hair can make any parent worried. Whether it’s an unusual texture, a strange bump, or something moving, it’s natural to feel a sense of urgency to identify the issue and determine the best...
Cabbage is a widely consumed vegetable crop, known for its dense-leaved heads. It’s characterized as a leafy green, red, or purple biennial plant grown as an annual vegetable crop.
It belongs to the Brassica oleracea species, making it a close...
Tinnitus, the persistent ringing or buzzing in the ears, can be frustrating and disruptive. While there is no universal cure, several practical strategies can help you manage the symptoms and regain control over your daily life.
1. Protect Your Hearing
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What began as a minor sting quickly escalated into a life-threatening medical emergency. A shocking image reveals a hand swollen, darkened, and severely infected—symptoms that developed within hours.
Doctors suspect the cause may be a spider or insect bite, though...