HB Mag Health Research Team
Mononucleosis spreads mainly through direct contact with saliva from an infected person. This is why it is often called the “kissing disease.” The virus that causes mono, Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), lives in saliva and can pass from one person to another through shared drinks, toothbrushes, or even a cough or sneeze if droplets land on … Read more
Humanistic therapy focuses on your whole person, not just your symptoms or diagnosis. Its core emphasis is your innate capacity for growth, self-awareness, and making conscious choices. Unlike approaches that dig into past trauma or label you with disorders, humanistic therapy centers on your present experience and your ability to shape your own future. The … Read more
Endometriosis and irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) share many of the same symptoms, which is why one condition is often mistaken for the other. The short answer is yes, endometriosis can cause IBS-like symptoms, and the two conditions frequently overlap, leading to misdiagnosis or delayed diagnosis for many women. Research shows that women with endometriosis are … Read more
Microphthalmia is a condition where one or both eyes are smaller than normal. It happens when the eye does not develop properly during early pregnancy. This is not the same as having small-looking eyes from your family genetics. Microphthalmia is a medical diagnosis with specific causes ranging from genetic changes to infections during pregnancy. What … Read more
The short answer is no. Major health organizations in the United States, including the CDC and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, advise that no amount of alcohol is safe during pregnancy. This includes wine, beer, and liquor. The recommendation is complete abstinence for the entire nine months. This advice is not about judging … Read more
A cold sore on your lip feels urgent. You want it gone before it gets worse. The fastest way to treat one is to start antiviral medication at the very first tingle. Penciclovir cream (Denavir) and docosanol cream (Abreva) are available without a prescription and can shorten healing time by about a day if applied … Read more
You miss your period. Your breasts feel heavy. You feel tired in a way sleep does not fix. Maybe you are pregnant. Maybe you are not. The only way to know for sure is to take a pregnancy test. But you can start looking for signs right now. This guide walks through the earliest symptoms, … Read more
If you use cannabis, the answer to how long it stays in your system depends on one thing more than any other: how often you use it. For a one-time user, THC metabolites are usually undetectable in urine within 3 to 5 days. For a daily user, it can take 30 days or longer. Blood … Read more
Sitting in a hot sauna can make the number on the scale go down. But that drop is almost entirely water weight, not fat loss. The weight you lose in a sauna comes back as soon as you drink fluids. Research shows that saunas have real health benefits, but long-term weight loss is not one … Read more
Helping someone with social anxiety starts with understanding that their fear is real, not a choice. You don’t need to fix them or push them into uncomfortable situations. The most powerful thing you can do is listen without judgment and offer steady, patient support. Social anxiety is one of the most common mental health challenges … Read more