Recent reports of a contaminated water supply in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, which led to warnings not to use water from faucets earlier this week, have sparked general safety concerns. The city of Grand Prairie, Texas, announced firefighting foam was detected in the water Tuesday, then announced Thursday the water is safe to drink, according...
You’ve likely heard the old adage that breakfast is the most important meal of the day, but what if you’re just not hungry in the morning? Is it OK to consistently skip the morning meal and hold off until lunch? Fox News Digital asked some nutritionists about the potential ramifications of bypassing breakfast on a...
Most people have had brief lapses of memory — forgetting a train of thought, a driving route or maybe a word choice. In most cases, these episodes last only a few seconds and are nothing to worry about — but if they persist, it may warrant getting a doctor’s input. For a clearer understanding of...
People who suffer from migraines — one out of every seven people globally, statistics show — know that time is of the essence. When the first signs and symptoms appear, taking quick action can help stop the headache in its tracks — while failing to take those steps can result in a potentially debilitating episode....
While dehydration is often associated with being thirsty, that’s not the only warning sign our bodies share with us. The condition can occur when you use or lose more fluid than you take in, which can impact the body’s ability to perform its normal functions, say experts. The body loses fluids and water through sweating...
Most people have experienced that moment of discomfort when they realize a bug has wound up where it shouldn’t be — in their windpipe. That includes Taylor Swift, who on more than one occasion has accidentally swallowed a bug while performing on stage in front of thousands of people. It can be a startling and...
Hot summer days include plenty of pool or beach time for many people — but it’s important to stay safe while swimming. While it may be tempting to open your eyes underwater, experts warn that prolonged exposure could put your vision at risk. Fox News Digital spoke with Brian Boxer Wachler, M.D., an ophthalmologist in...
Having a nosebleed can be a startling and somewhat scary experience, but medical experts say the condition is generally not serious. “Nosebleeds are quite common, and over half of the population will experience them at some point,” David A. Gudis, M.D., chief of rhinology and anterior skull base surgery at Columbia University Irving Medical Center...
