Recent Blog Articles

Harvard Health Publishing

Diseases & Conditions

How to get rid of a sinus headache

When you experience a sinus headache, you want relief — fast. Treating a sinus headache typically involves a combination of over-the-counter medications and other therapeutic options that target inflammation and congestion in the sinuses.
Read Article
A green square with the words 9 percent of preteens are nearsighted and Stat of the Week; upper left has chart graphic, bottom right has Harvard Health Publishing logo

Stat of the Week

If you’re nearsighted, distant objects are a blur while objects close to you are clear.

Nearsightedness often develops when children are school-age, affecting an estimated 9% of pre-teens and 30% of teens. More time spent indoors on close-up tasks –– think screentime of all sorts –– may be one reason why nearsightedness is increasing worldwide. And, surprisingly, time spent outdoors appears to lower risk.

Learn More

License Harvard Health Content

Knowledge Is the Best Medicine

The source of information makes a difference. Harvard Health Publishing provides trustworthy, evidence-based health content with the authority you demand and the impact you need.

Contact Us

Free Healthbeat Signup

Get the latest in health news delivered to your inbox!

Sign Up
Harvard Health Publishing Logo

Thanks for visiting. Don't miss your FREE gift.

The Best Diets for Cognitive Fitness, is yours absolutely FREE when you sign up to receive Health Alerts from Harvard Medical School

Sign up to get tips for living a healthy lifestyle, with ways to fight inflammation and improve cognitive health, plus the latest advances in preventative medicine, diet and exercise, pain relief, blood pressure and cholesterol management, and more.

Harvard Health Publishing Logo

Health Alerts from Harvard Medical School

Get helpful tips and guidance for everything from fighting inflammation to finding the best diets for weight loss...from exercises to build a stronger core to advice on treating cataracts. PLUS, the latest news on medical advances and breakthroughs from Harvard Medical School experts.

BONUS! Sign up now and
get a FREE copy of the
Best Diets for Cognitive Fitness

Harvard Health Publishing Logo

Stay on top of latest health news from Harvard Medical School.

Plus, get a FREE copy of the Best Diets for Cognitive Fitness.

Harvard Health Publishing Logo

Stay on top of latest health news from Harvard Medical School.

Plus, get a FREE copy of the Best Diets for Cognitive Fitness.