Health

1 day ago | health.com | Brian Mastroianni |Julia Landwehr |Nick Blackmer

About 50% of people over age 75 have hearing loss. Photographer, Basak Gurbuz Derman / Getty ImagesHearing loss may account for up to one-third of dementia cases, new research found. It's possible that treating hearing loss could help preserve cognition, but experts stressed that more research is needed. Hearing aids can boost quality of life and are worth using, regardless of whether they can prevent dementia.

1 day ago | health.com | Anisa Arsenault

Armonie Wilson went from hiding her alopecia to modeling with it. Since she moved to New York City last year, Armonie Wilson has thrived as a content creator and model, proudly displaying her baldness. But the Texas native, who’s had alopecia since age 3, hadn’t even considered forgoing a wig just two years ago. Here’s what changed—and what she wished she knew sooner. Tell us about the moment you decided to first go wig-less.

1 day ago | health.com | Anisa Arsenault |Nick Blackmer

For Abby Andrew, having alopecia means having an enviable wig collection. Thanks to alopecia, Abby Andrew can be whoever she wants to be. You might catch her in a blonde wig as Barbie one day and bald as Cassandra Nova from Deadpool the next. Andrew is part of the cosplay scene in New York City, joining others who love to dress up and embody fictional characters.

5 days ago | health.com | Mark Gurarie

Viktor Cvetkovic / Getty Images Eczema is a chronic (long-lasting) inflammatory condition that causes rashes of scaly, irritated, itchy, dry skin. Affected areas can change color and harden. There’s no cure for eczema. You can go through flare-ups (periods of active symptoms) and remission (calmer periods). During flare-ups, the rash can spread to or develop in unaffected areas. Can Eczema Spread To Other Parts of Your Body? Eczema can spread to other parts of your body.

1 week ago | health.com | Mark Gurarie

Milan Markovic / Getty Images Tooth sensitivity, also known as dentin hypersensitivity, causes tooth pain in response to heat, cold, air flow, or light touch. It is a common issue, affecting about 10-30% of the population. Many dental conditions can cause tooth sensitivity, so it's important to seek dental care if you're feeling this type of pain in your teeth. Common Causes of Tooth Sensitivity The crown of the tooth—the part above the gumline—has a hard outer shell, or enamel.