Drugs and Medications Features

What to know about whole-body scans for body composition and health.

Find out what to look for in a moisturizer to help manage your eczema.

Biologic therapy is a breakthrough treatment for psoriasis, but what do you need to know before you try it? One woman shares the ups and downs of her biologics treatment journey.

Learn about laundry tips to help ease the symptoms of your child’s eczema.

Figuring out the right treatment for your depression can take time and patience. Learn more about how to find an antidepressant or other treatment that works for you.

Your lifestyle habits, exercise, and diet can help you build stronger bones and reduce your risk of osteoporosis.

Scalp cooling methods, or cold capping, may help reduce hair loss during cancer chemotherapy. Here’s what to know.

Growing evidence suggests long-term use of anticholinergic medications could harm your brain health and may raise your risk of dementia.

Compounding pharmacies can make versions of semaglutide (Wegovy) and tirzepatide (Zepbound). Here’s what to look out for.

What’s the outlook for COVID-19 and flu this fall and winter? It’ll probably be a lot like last year, experts say.

Learn about BMI, waist circumference, and other measurements to check on body composition.

Find out what you and your doctor should know about the uses of medical marijuana and how to talk about it.

Learn more about medical marijuana, which conditions are approved for it, and how to get a medical marijuana card in your state.

Intermittent fasting is popular for health and weight loss, but there can be a risk of disordered eating or eating disorders. An expert explains the warning signs.

New research shows that kids who used tablets at age 3½ tended to express more anger and frustration by age 4½ than they did a year prior.

Why is bullying more likely to happen to children with cancer, and what can stop it before it starts?

Developing fibroids during your reproductive years is likely, but the risks vary with different stages of life.

At 59, Brooke Shields wants women over 40 to know they’re only just beginning.

Social media is packed with claims of finding “nature’s Ozempic.” How legitimate are these claims? Get the facts about how food, fiber, “oatzempic,” supplements, and exercise affect GLP-1.

Drugs like Ozempic appear to have off-label benefits, including better heart and kidney health. They may also help fight addiction. Research is ongoing and equal access is a problem.

Many people with obesity struggle repeatedly to lose weight. Even those who succeed for a time often gain it back. So how do you get back on track?

Advocate Bianca Bye shares tips on how to find lung cancer support and resources for patients and families.

It’s important to do what you can to maintain your muscle mass and strength as you age, even if you have weight loss goals.

GLP-1s are “a major leap forward” in treating obesity, but they’re not magic bullets, says James Hill, PhD.

Women may have a higher risk of developing wet AMD, and that risk may be related to hormones.

Is there an “obesity gene”? In most cases, there isn’t one single gene causing obesity. But genetics are a possible influence. Get the facts.

There’s no official “Ozempic diet,” but there are some smart ways to manage nutrition if you take a GLP-1 drug to treat obesity. Read expert advice.

Obesity is connected to many chronic health conditions, including some eye diseases.

Everyone's feet are different. Knowing your foot arch type will save you a lot of pain.

High blood pressure and the drugs that treat it may connect to AMD. Doctors explain the risks.

Smoking may worsen age-related macular degeneration in a few different ways.

For patients with a genetic predisposition to AMD, age may increase this risk.

Los siguientes consejos pueden ayudarte a encontrar la mejor manera de cuidar a un familiar con demencia a medida que avanza la afección.

Las personas mayores pueden utilizar las videoconferencias, actividades por Internet y los dispositivos móviles para mantenerse saludable.

What to expect at every stage of the process if you're having this living treatment for diffuse large B-cell lymphoma.

New research suggests most young women can have kids after breast cancer treatment. Find out the details.

WebMD identifies 6 behaviors that can worsen depression. Get tips for avoiding these traps.

HRT for menopause is safe for many women, especially those closest to their last period. But mixed messages have caused confusion.

Tired of struggling with belly fat? Know the science of losing belly fat with actionable steps.

Curious if your body’s aging is normal? WebMD discusses healthy and normal signs of aging.

Learn how you can wear makeup without causing flare-ups of your eczema.

Video conferencing, online activities, and wearable devices can all help keep older adults healthy and on top of their medical care.

Some say a spoonful of honey makes the sneezing and sniffling symptoms of pollen allergies go away. Here's what the experts say.

Dementia can change how your loved one thinks or acts. Learn the best ways to interact and care for them as their condition progresses.

Breast cancer patient advocates were among those attending the American Society of Clinical Oncology Annual Meeting. Find out about their contributions.

Making sure a diverse set of people take part in clinical trials can mean they’re more effective for all patients. Learn how from the ASCO conference.

Clinical trials test new drugs and other treatments. They could help find ways to treat chronic lymphocytic leukemia. Find out more about CLL trials.

If you have two copies of the APOE4 gene, new research suggests that you’re very likely to develop Alzheimer’s. Experts break down the findings and share what you can do to lower your risk.

It is important to have a say in your treatment for HR+/HER2- early breast cancer. Learn the best way to do that.