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3 Ways to Unclog a Miserably Stuffy Nose

If allergies, a cold, or something else has you blocked, don’t just try to blow through it.

I Have Endometriosis. Here Are the Excruciating Symptoms Doctors Dismissed for 10 Years

I was crawling to the bathroom. I was throwing up. I wouldn’t wish that on anybody.

I’ve Been Waiting for My Doctor Appointment for Nearly 30 Minutes. Can I Just Leave?

We asked three providers about the best etiquette in this super-irritating (and common!) situation.
Mental Health

5 Little Ways to Show Up for a Friend Who’s Depressed

You don’t have to act as their therapist to make a meaningful difference.

Olivia Munn’s Cancer Treatment Led to ‘Medically Induced Menopause’—Here’s What That Means

The actor said she’s experiencing symptoms like hot flashes, thinning hair, and fatigue.

What My First Time Having Sex After Giving Birth Felt Like

It absolutely took longer than six weeks to get back in the groove.

The Truth About Popular Sleep Supplements, From Magnesium to Melatonin

Everyone is so, so tired—but popping a pill or sipping a glass of wine at bedtime might do more harm than good.

The Best Shoes for Anyone Who Deals With Plantar Fasciitis

Podiatrists and physical therapists share the sneakers, sandals, boots, and slippers that’ll keep your feet happy.
Health

‘Possibly Counterfeit’ Botox Has Been Linked to Hospitalizations and Illness in 2 States

Health officials say several women have reported botulism-like symptoms.

3 Things to Do If Stress Is Killing Your Appetite

When you’re anxious or overwhelmed, eating can become a total afterthought.

How to Stop Spiraling If Health Anxiety Is Taking Over Your Brain

Worried that a random ache means you’re dying? Let’s take a sec to regroup.
Life

3 Things to Do If You’re Terrified of Your Parent Dying

If watching them age is causing dark-thought spirals, here’s what a psychologist recommends.
Mental Health

How to Stop Completely Spiraling Every Time You Receive a Little Criticism

For anyone who starts tearing up at even the slightest hint of negative feedback.

Anne Hathaway Doesn’t Want to ‘Feel Ashamed’ of Her Past Miscarriage

“It’s really hard to want something so much and to wonder if you’re doing something wrong.”

Author Emmeline Clein on the ‘Machine’ That Fuels Eating Disorders and Grinds Up Young Women

“You’re less alone than you think—and less lost.”
Life

How to Make Tuesdays Suck a Tiny Bit Less

We don’t talk enough about how the second day of the week is Very Bad.

What to Do If You’re Trapped in a Seemingly Never-Ending BV Cycle

We’ve been there—and it’s pure hell. Here’s how to put an end to it.

I’m a Psychologist Who Gets Panic Attacks. Here’s the One Thing That Calms Me Down Instantly

Having this secret weapon in your pocket—literally—can interrupt that spiral of fear and anxiety.
Mental health

Megan Fox on What It’s Like to Be Called a ‘Sex Symbol’ While Having Body Dysmorphia

She said the pressure to live up to a specific image was “haunting.”

How to Tell When It’s Time to Start an Antidepressant

You don’t have to wait until things get “bad enough” to feel better.

How to Get Rid of a Canker Sore When It’s Ruining Your Life

Before desperately trying the first remedy you find on Reddit, read this.
Life

What You Should—And Shouldn’t—Say to a Friend Going Through a Major Illness

It’s perfectly okay (encouraged, even!) to admit you’re at a total loss for words.

How to Tell If Your Lash Extensions Have Caused a Crusty Outbreak of Face Mites

Dryness, flakiness, and redness can be signs of unwanted guests.

Olivia Munn Has an ‘Aggressive’ Breast Cancer That Required a Double Mastectomy

Following a normal mammogram and genetic test, the actor says checking one last risk score saved her life.
Health

That Study About Cancer-Causing Chemicals in Acne Products Has Some Serious Flaws

It wasn’t published in a peer-reviewed journal, and the lab’s practices have been questioned in the past.