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 ...

Diarrhea is one of the most common side effects of taking antibiotics, though it tends to be mild. Sometimes, antibiotics can cause bacterial infection with Clostrioides difficile (C.diff), leading to ...

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention made a splash on social media when it warned Americans against swimming with diarrhea this summer — with some joking the agency’s animation went poo far.

Dehydration is a common complication of diarrhea. Short bouts of diarrhea rarely cause concerns. But long lasting or severe diarrhea can lead to serious complications, especially for children and ...

Probiotics are available in many different species and strengths. Some studies suggest probiotics may help with certain types of diarrhea, but others indicate they have little effect. Probiotics are ...

The common cold is a respiratory condition that causes similar symptoms to the flu. It usually starts with a runny nose followed by a sore throat and fatigue. A 2019 research review showed that ...

Kasandra Brabaw is a writer who focuses on health, sex/relationships, and stories for and about her communities including the LGBTQ+ and fat communities. Other than at Health, her work can be found at ...

Metformin is a commonly prescribed medication taken to help control blood sugar in adults and children 10 years and older with type 2 diabetes. It is usually taken along with diet and exercise changes ...