As flu cases rise across the country, here is everything to know about testing yourself for the illness at home.

A 2022 study estimates that at-home flu tests have a sensitivity of about 61% if the test is performed within 72 hours of ...

When you experience physical trauma like a wound, injury, or infection, your body attempts to heal through the inflammatory process. The red, swollen, tender skin you’ll notice around an abrasion is ...

Research continues to show the influence your gastrointestinal (GI) system (or your “gut”) has on your overall health. While certain symptoms, such as indigestion, mood changes, and skin diseases, ...

Signify Health is expanding its services with the addition of a new in-home testing option for chronic kidney disease. The company, which recently joined the fold at CVS Health, will provide in-home ...

At-home herpes tests are a convenient way to test for this common infection. Here, we examine the best herpes (HSV) test kits, from their price to their support and privacy measures. We also provide ...

A study finds promising results on a new HIV prevention drug that's injected just twice a year. In the meantime, here's everything to know about HIV testing. Jessica was a writer on the Wellness team, ...

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At-home chlamydia tests are a convenient way to test in the comfort of a person’s home. Read on to compare our top picks, including tests for chlamydia in the throat. A person can buy the Simple 2 ...