Laken Brooks, Contributor

For thousands of years, people across the globe have used tattoos to relieve pain and promote healing. The famous mummy Ötzti has dozens of tattoos in areas where he may have experienced chronic pain during his life.

Dion’s diagnosis raises awareness about this rare neurological condition. Disabled musicians and concertgoers argue that inaccessibility in the entertainment industry is a deep-seated issue.

A side quest in God of War Ragnarok honors the real love story of two developers, Sam Handrick and Jake Snipes. In 2020, Snipes passed away due to epilepsy.

As travelers prepare for holiday vacations, researchers warn that Covid-19 can cause long-term damage to your memory, attention span, and brain.

Fasting is an important spiritual practice. But some people may struggle with headaches, fatigue, or hunger pains during Yom Kippur. Drinking plenty of water and engaging in light exercise can help you feel more comfortable.

Many customers are excited to see gender-affirming underwear and swimwear in a big-box store. This is the first time that Target has stocked compression tops on the racks.

This widespread lack of anatomical knowledge can have dangerous consequences. When people do not know the basics of anatomy and menstrual hygiene, they may struggle to communicate with a sexual partner or with a medical professional.

Mother’s Day can feel especially painful for people who have had a miscarriage.
Although miscarriage is a too-common tragedy, it remains a taboo topic in many communities.

Many health experts and body-positive advocates worry that Kardashian’s crash diet might inadvertently glamorize unhealthy weight loss.

Tanya Rodriquez and James Carolfi died while attempting fractal wood burning.
This craft uses jumper cables and electric currents to burn abstract designs into wood. Professionals warn against the dangerous social media trend.