Key TakeawaysRecent research has shown that exercising may help reduce the side effects of cancer treatment.Aerobic and resistance exercise was found to be especially helpful for cancer patients.Experts say that the findings are helpful because there has not been exercise guidance for patients currently undergoing cancer treatments.The American Society of Clinical Oncology (ASCO) has made new recommendations for exercising for patients undergoing cancer treatment, placing an emphasis on aerobic and resistance exercises....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsTerminologyNuancesAm I Asexual?How to Talk to OthersResources Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Terminology Nuances Am I Asexual? How to Talk to Others Resources Asexual people, who sometimes refer to themselves as “ace,” don’t experience sexual attraction or have little or no desire for sexual activity. Often included as one identity or sexual orientation on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum, asexuality itself is a spectrum....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsUsesSide EffectsPrecautionsDosageToxicityInteractionsHow to StoreSimilar SupplementsFrequently Asked QuestionsSources & What to Look For Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Uses Side Effects Precautions Dosage Toxicity Interactions How to Store Similar Supplements Frequently Asked Questions Sources & What to Look For Ashwagandha, a plant used for thousands of years in traditional Indian medicine, contains substances used in dietary supplements to relieve anxiety, reduce stress, and improve sleep....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat It IsCauses of Ashy SkinHow Is Ashy Skin Diagnosed?Ashy Knees Treatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What It Is Causes of Ashy Skin How Is Ashy Skin Diagnosed? Ashy Knees Treatment Ashy skin may cause few symptoms or it may itch, crack, or burn. Excessively dry skin is calledxerosis. This article discusses ashy skin and what causes it. It also goes over some of the treatments that can help relieve symptoms of ashy skin....

Key TakeawaysAbortion and full-spectrum doulas provide informational, physical, and emotional support for people seeking abortions.Doulas are trained to comfort and validate their client, regardless of how that individual is processing the decision to have an abortion.Doulas offer a safe and private space for clients to unpack their emotions and feel less alone during a surgical procedure or at-home abortion. Key Takeaways Abortion and full-spectrum doulas provide informational, physical, and emotional support for people seeking abortions....

With so many letters and numbers being thrown around, it can feel like we’re swimming in a COVID-19 “variant soup.”With each new variant comes new questions. Could this variant take over? Will it cause more severe disease? Could it slip past our immune defenses and thwart our antiviral treatments? Finding the answers to these questions often involve carefully mapping the virus’s genome and studying how the virus behaves in cells in a lab....

This article is part ofHealth Divide: Skin Conditions and Darker Skin, a destination in our Health Divide series. Verywell Health: Are pigmentation changes permanent with skin conditions like eczema? What can I do to lessen these changes? Dr. Woolery-Lloyd: No. The pigment changes are rarely permanent. The most common pigment change ishyperpigmentation, which is darkening of the skin. Usually, onceeczemaresolves, the hyperpigmentation will fade over time. Occasionally we use some treatments to speed up that process, but we have to be careful in people with eczema-prone skin because some of them can be irritating....

Immunizations are a major part of childhood doctor’s visits. Between birth and age 18, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends 15 different immunizations, several of which require four spaced-out doses, and one (DTaP) which requires five.But in adulthood, routine vaccinations can start to feel a little less routine. Some vaccines, likeTdap, need a booster every 10 years. (The CDC also recommends a dose of Tdap during each pregnancy....

This article is part ofHealth Divide: HIV, a destination in our Health Divide series.Xiaoyu Liu / VerywellVerywell Health: How can I best manage my HIV diagnosis?Dr. Shepherd: The first and most important step in getting HIV stabilized is to make sure that you have a good relationship with your healthcare provider. Today, after so much HIV research has been done, anundetectable viral loadis possible.It really comes down to being consistent with your healthcare provider visits and making a commitment to taking your medication as prescribed....

This article is part ofHealth Divide: Skin Conditions and Darker Skin, a destination in our Health Divide series. Verywell Health: How can I find a dermatologist that specializes in skin of color? Dr Woolery-Lloyd: There are some great organizations that can help you finddermatologistswho specialize in treating skin of color. The first is theSkin of Color Society. On their website, there’s a “Find a Doctor” database. There you can find a directory of dermatologists who have an interest or specialty in treating patients with skin of color....

This article is part ofHealth Divide: HIV, a destination in our Health Divide series. Julie Bang / Verywell Verywell Health: How can I find HIV support groups in my community? Dr. Elopre: Fortunately, a lot of advocates have come out of the HIV epidemic and movement. So you can work with community-based service organizations that specialize in community-facing support aroundtesting and diagnosis. Meet Our Medical Expert Board Share Feedback Was this page helpful?...

This article is part ofUterine Fibroids and Black Women, a destination in our Health Divide series. Xiaoyu Liu / Verywell About three quarters of all women will experience uterine fibroids—growths in the muscular walls of the uterus.In many of these women, fibroids may not cause any problems at all. But others experience symptoms like painful cramps and heavy bleeding during periods that significantly interfere with daily life. In some cases, the cramps that occur with fibroids cause pain in the lower back rather than in the lower abdomen, and may feel like a strained muscle....

This article is part ofHealth Divide: HIV, a destination in our Health Divide series.Xiaoyu Liu / VerywellVerywell Health: How can I overcome the HIV stigma?Dr. Shepherd: When someone has been diagnosed with HIV, it can take time before they are comfortable with their diagnosis and before they can discuss their diagnosis with other people. Even if they do disclose their diagnosis with their friends, families, orpossible partners, it’s a lifelong journey that requires overcoming the stigma that a person might have against themselves....