Diarrhea is a common side effect of Ozempic due to the medication’s effect on the digestive system, which slows nutrient absorption. Dietary adjustments, such as eating smaller meals and avoiding ...

It's the time of the year for holiday cheer, but also the season for coughing, sneezing and everything in between. Norovirus is a highly contagious virus that causes vomiting and diarrhea, according ...

The virus, sometimes called the stomach bug, is incredibly contagious. Here’s how to stay safe this season. By Simar Bajaj Every year, there’s a surge in norovirus cases between November and April, ...

Sarah Jividen, RN, BSN, is a trained neuro/trauma, and emergency room nurse turned healthcare writer. As a journalism major, she combined her love for writing with her passion for high-level patient ...

If you’re escaping winter and jetting off to the tropics, you’re probably banking on spending as much time as possible in the warm, fresh air. But if you’re among the unlucky vacationers who catch a ...

QUEZON CITY (PIA) – As people rush in to buy gifts this holiday, the Department of Health (DOH) advises the public to make it a habit to wash hands or sanitize with alcohol. DOH emphasizes proper ...

That tickle in your throat or runny nose may be much more than a common cold; it could be the flu (or worse, COVID-19), any of which could derail your Christmas and New Year's Eve plans. Common cold, ...

'Tis the season of vigorous handwashing and using copious amounts of hand sanitizer as Americans try to avoid getting sick before the holidays. Health agencies like the Centers for Disease Control and ...

There are some unusual symptoms being reported with a new and mutated flu variant quickly spreading in the U.S. ahead of holiday gatherings. According to Dr. Juanita Mora, the national spokesperson ...

The most common side effects you may experience with Mounjaro include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, constipation, and stomach pain. Mounjaro carries a boxed warning (the most serious type of FDA warning ...

People often use activated charcoal for digestive side effects like diarrhea, gas, and bloating, but evidence is limited. Activated charcoal is in some dental and skincare products to help whiten ...

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