Advise Me
What Is a Neurological Exam? What to Expect at Your Appointment
If you’re having symptoms like headaches, numbness, dizziness or memory changes, a health care provider might recommend that you have a neurological exam....
May 14
Advise Me
When Does a Hobby Become a Problem? Signs of Behavioral Addiction
A hobby is supposed to be something you enjoy and that helps you unwind. But some of these activities, especially online gaming, sports betting or trading,...
May 13
Teach Me
Can Cholesterol Be Too Low? What Hypocholesterolemia Means
If you’re doing what you can to keep your heart healthy, you probably monitor your cholesterol numbers. Most of the time, high cholesterol (not low cholesterol)...
May 12
Teach Me
How to Spot Skin Cancer: Warning Signs to Check on Your Skin
Skin cancer often starts as small changes in a mole, freckle or patch on the skin that won’t heal. It’s common and it’s highly treatable when you find...
May 08
Advise Me
How to Calm Down When You Feel Angry
Anger is part of being human. We all feel it. You might notice yourself getting angry when someone cuts you off in traffic, your child talks back or a...
May 01
Teach Me
Breast Implant-Associated Anaplastic Large Cell Lymphoma (BIA-ALCL): Know Your Risk
If you have textured breast implants, you may have heard about a rare condition called breast implant-associated anaplastic large cell lymphoma (BIA-ALCL)....
Apr 30
Advise Me
Are Your Wearables Causing Health Anxiety? How to Track Without Stress
If you use a smartwatch or fitness tracker to count your steps, track your heart rate and measure your sleep, you might find that the feedback motivates...
Apr 29
Teach Me
Does the Moon Really Affect Your Mood? What Science Says
You may notice that you feel a little different during a full moon. You could be more emotional, restless or introspective. You might toss and turn in...
Apr 26
Better Me
Staying Healthy Without Expensive Gadgets
From smart rings and cold plunge tubs to fitness trackers and subscription wellness apps, it can seem like you need expensive tools to stay healthy. But...
Apr 24
Teach Me
ADHD Medications and Heart Health: What Adults Need to Know
If you’re an adult with ADHD, there’s a good chance you’re also keeping an eye on your cholesterol, blood pressure and overall heart health. You may wonder...
Apr 24
Stephanie Thurrott

Stephanie Thurrott

Contributing Writer

Stephanie Thurrott is a writer who focuses on health, nutrition and personal growth. She creates content that makes a difference in people’s lives, and learns something new with every article she writes. Her work has appeared in NBC TODAY, Taste of Home and the U Miami Miller School of Medicine magazine. When she’s not writing, you might find her cycling, walking her dog Daisy or creating her own craft cocktails.