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A recent study found that one-quarter of college students, and 15% of the general public, said that they would choose their mobile devices over their olfactory abilities.

But people who have anosmia -- the loss of smell -- are more often depressed, experience muted emotions, have dietary complications and literally aren't able to sniff out ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 63-year-old male in good health. A few weeks back, I could not urinate while standing. The only way I could was by laying on my side, and it was very painful with a burning sensation. I went to urgent care and was then sent to an imaging center. My prostate gland wasn't appreciably enlarged, so I was sent to the ...Read more

U.S. adults average four to six colds a year, so the chances are pretty good that at some point this winter, you're going to be contending with sniffles, coughing and sinus pain (or have already).

Our favorite remedy? Chicken soup. Although there aren't double-blind placebo-controlled studies looking at the effect of chicken soup on curing a ...Read more

Peripheral artery disease (PAD) is a condition characterized by the narrowing or blockage of arteries that supply blood to the limbs. While conventional medical treatment is essential for managing PAD, some individuals seek additional support from complementary approaches like homeopathy. Homeopathy is a holistic system of medicine that aims ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: After about 10 months of being on Ozempic and working my way up to a 1-mg dose, I lost 40 pounds effortlessly. Sugar cravings disappeared as if by magic. I then noticed myself drifting backward and craving sweets again. My doctor increased my dose to 1.7 mg of Wegovy instead of 2 mg of Ozempic. I find myself continuing to crave...Read more

Whether you say "si" or "oui" or "nai," saying "yes" to a Mediterranean diet can protect your heart and extend your life. A new study in Nutrients looked at data on almost 680,000 folks and found that sticking to a Mediterranean diet decreases the risk of a heart attack or stroke by 23% and your chance of dying from a cardiovascular complication...Read more

Raynaud's disease is a condition characterized by the narrowing of blood vessels in the extremities, typically triggered by cold temperatures or stress. While conventional medical treatment is important for managing Raynaud's, some individuals seek additional support from complementary approaches like homeopathy. Homeopathy is a holistic ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I had a comment about your recent column on nuclear stress tests. As an 87-year-old person who has experienced atrial fibrillation and a mild stroke, I have had two nuclear stress tests done. In both cases, I told the supervising nurse that I wanted to go the max limits they would allow. Even though I attempted to prepare by ...Read more

Bird flu, also called H5N1, has been detected in nearly 700 herds of cattle from coast to coast, and while there have been a few cases of it then spreading to folks who work with those cattle or have come in contact with infected wild birds, it has, thankfully, not spread widely to humans. To make sure that it doesn't, the U.S. Department of ...Read more

Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) is a condition characterized by the formation of blood clots in deep veins, most commonly in the legs. It is a serious condition that requires medical intervention. However, some individuals seek additional support from complementary approaches like homeopathy. Homeopathy is a holistic system of medicine that aims ...Read more

Chronic venous insufficiency (CVI) is a condition that affects the veins in the legs, causing poor blood circulation and leading to symptoms like leg swelling, pain, and varicose veins. While conventional treatments for CVI focus on managing symptoms and improving circulation, some individuals explore complementary approaches like homeopathy ...Read more

Lymphedema is a chronic condition characterized by the accumulation of lymph fluid, leading to swelling in certain body parts. While conventional treatments for lymphedema focus on managing symptoms and improving circulation, some individuals explore complementary approaches like homeopathy for additional support. Homeopathy, a holistic ...Read more

DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a healthy 84-year-old who exercises regularly, eats meat and dairy sparingly, doesn't smoke, and has a BMI about 25. (I'm 6 feet, 1 inch tall, at 185 pounds.) My yearly wellness test was excellent, except my cholesterol and LDL levels were 250 mg/dL and 150 mg/dL, respectively. What is the risk/benefit level of statins for...Read more

During last year's flu season, around 40 million people came down with the virus, 18 million of them went to see their doctor or to the emergency room because of their symptoms, almost half a million were hospitalized and 28,000 folks died from influenza-related issues such as pneumonia and inflammation of the heart and brain, and sepsis. ...Read more

Hemorrhoids, swollen blood vessels in the rectum or anus, can cause discomfort, pain, and itching. While there are various treatment options available, some individuals seek natural remedies like homeopathy to alleviate symptoms and promote healing. Homeopathic remedies, derived from natural substances, aim to stimulate the body's self-...Read more

DEAR DR ROACH: I'm 60 years old now. I never had chicken pox as a child but was tested as an adult, and I do have the antibodies. I've been on a standard dose of acyclovir for 15 years after I had a severe neurological reaction to a potential but unconfirmed herpes simplex infection.

My doctor said there is evidence that maintenance acyclovir...Read more

Millions of people have taken or are using one of nine approved weight-loss medications. But there's still a lot of confusion about their safety and potential side effects. So, Mayo Clinic researchers decided to take a look at data on the benefits and risks of three of them: liraglutide (Saxenda), semaglutide (Wegovy), and tirzepatide (Zepbound)...Read more

Incontinence, the involuntary loss of bladder or bowel control, can have a significant impact on a person's daily life. While there are conventional treatment options available, some individuals seek alternative approaches like homeopathy to address this condition. Homeopathic remedies, derived from natural substances, aim to stimulate the ...Read more

The COVID-19 pandemic changed human behaviors -- at least for a while.

It also affected animal behavior. Using data from more than 5,000 camera traps during the pandemic, researchers found that in urban landscapes where animals are habituated to humans, all species seemed to get out into nature more often. For example, sightings of raccoons and...Read more