Health, Wellness & Beauty

DENISON, Texas – October 29, 2026 -- Expectant parents can learn what to expect from a 2D, 3D or 4D ultrasound before their appointment, according to a new HelloNation article featuring Erika Lambright of Prenatal Imaging Experts in Denison, Texas.

2D ultrasound remains the diagnostic foundation

The 2D ultrasound is the most common form of prenatal imaging in routine pregnancy appointments. It produces flat, black-and-white images that let providers assess fetal development, monitor growth and evaluate vital structures. Medical professionals typically rely on it for diagnostic purposes, and it plays a central role in identifying potential concerns early.

Raleigh – October 28, 2026 -- Patients in Cary, Wake Forest and Holly Springs can book care at a dermatology practice that just won three Gold honors in The News & Observer's Raleigh's Best Awards for the second year in a row.

Preston Dermatology takes two practice-level Gold awards

Preston Dermatology & Skin Surgery Center won Gold for Best Dermatologist and Gold for Best Medical Practice. Its founder, board-certified dermatologist Dr. Sheel Desai Solomon, also took Gold for Best Doctor.

The practice links the repeat wins to personalized care, patient experience and access to comprehensive dermatology services across the Triangle. Dr. Desai Solomon said patients have choices and that the team does not take their trust for granted.

CHICAGO – October 28, 2026 -- A registered dental hygienist with more than one million followers has named her picks for the best electric toothbrush, water flosser, floss picks, interdental brush and sensitive toothpaste. Whitney DiFoggio, known online as Teeth Talk Girl, announced the winners of the inaugural Smile Brighter Awards.

Winners were revealed at a virtual Dental Hygiene Month event

DiFoggio unveiled the winners during the annual Dental Hygiene Month Party, a nationwide virtual event she hosts. Thousands of dental hygienists, dental assistants and other dental professionals attended.

She created the awards to help shoppers sort through a crowded oral care aisle. In her words: "Dentistry is never one-size-fits-all, and neither is the oral care aisle." Categories include electric toothbrushes, water flossers, traditional floss, interdental cleaners and toothpastes.

Deerfield, Ill. – October 28, 2026 -- Walgreens has expanded its weight management services so eligible patients can see a doctor or nurse practitioner online for $49 per visit, with no subscription, and get help with insurance coverage for GLP-1 medications. The medication itself costs extra.

Through Walgreens Weight Management, patients can connect with a clinician online and, if eligible, receive a prescription for an FDA-approved GLP-1 weight loss medication. The prescription is based on medical evaluation and is not guaranteed. Patients already taking a GLP-1 drug for weight loss can also use the virtual clinicians to support ongoing treatment.

Temecula – October 28, 2026 -- Fitness 19 has released "Tips for Fitting Fitness Into Your Busy Schedule," a resource that explains why staying active matters and how to work exercise into a packed day.

Regular activity supports body and mind

According to the resource, staying active keeps the body healthy and strong. It lists several benefits: managing weight, improving mental health, lowering the risk of cardiovascular disease, strengthening muscles and improving bone density.

Those benefits apply now and later. The long-term effects of not prioritizing fitness become clearer as a person ages.

Enjoyable, flexible routines make consistency easier

Once fitness is part of a daily routine, consistency gets easier. To build it in, Fitness 19 recommends choosing an activity you enjoy, staying reasonable about both time and expected results, and keeping your schedule flexible.

Houston – October 28, 2026 -- Houston-area patients with psoriasis, vitiligo or eczema can now get medically supervised, drug-free Narrowband UVB light therapy at Array Skin Therapy's new clinic at 11211 Katy Freeway, Suite 450, Houston, TX 77079.

The clinic treats three chronic skin conditions with targeted UV light

Narrowband UVB (NB-UVB) phototherapy uses carefully controlled wavelengths of ultraviolet light to target inflammatory processes in the skin. Unlike systemic medications, which can affect multiple systems in the body, it delivers treatment directly to affected skin. Array describes it as a non-invasive alternative or complement to traditional medical therapies.

SEOUL – October 28, 2026 -- Korean vegan skincare brand FULLY is now sold at more than 580 Sephora stores across the U.S. and online, with six products available since August 20, 2026.

The rollout is part of the OLIVE YOUNG K-Beauty Edit at Sephora. OLIVE YOUNG, which the source describes as Korea's leading beauty and lifestyle retailer, curated the assortment to introduce Korean beauty brands to North American shoppers. For FULLY, it is the largest brick-and-mortar expansion in the U.S. so far.

A 3.5-million-unit clay cleanser leads the lineup

The headliner is the Green Tomato Clay Mask Cleanser, a 2-in-1 product that has sold more than 3.5 million units worldwide. The creamy clay is applied as a mask, then turns into a rich foam with water to remove excess sebum and pore buildup.

Cardi B featured the product on TikTok in 2025. That same year, Women's Health named it Best Clay Mask in its 2025 Skincare Awards.

MIAMI BEACH – October 28, 2026 -- Patients in South Florida choosing a hospital for stomach and bowel surgery now have a data point: Mount Sinai Medical Center ranks first in the state for gastrointestinal surgery, according to Healthgrades, the site Americans use to search for doctors and hospitals.

Mount Sinai lands in the top 5 in Florida across six categories

Beyond its #1 spot in gastrointestinal surgery, the hospital placed #3 for cranial neurosurgery. It ranked #5 for cardiac care, cardiology services, neurosciences and stroke care.

Mount Sinai has been named one of America's 100 Best Hospitals, the top 2% nationally, for three consecutive years. It also earned four specialty distinctions: Cardiac Care (2027), Pulmonary Care (2026-2027), Stroke Care (2024-2027) and Gastrointestinal Surgery (2024-2027).

Mainz – October 28, 2026 -- The drone of a vacuum cleaner, hair dryer or extractor hood helps some people wind down and fall asleep, while the same noises wear on others. Eberhard Schmidt, president of the Bundesinnung der Hörakustiker (biha), explains the phenomenon known as ASMR (Autonomous Sensory Meridian Response).

Monotone hums can calm babies and adults

Parents may know the effect: a baby who refuses to sleep can settle when the extractor hood runs. Some adults also use the sound of a vacuum cleaner or hair dryer to switch off and doze off. According to biha, this can go so far that the sound eventually becomes a necessary sleep aid.

ASMR brings a tingle that starts on the scalp

Acoustic, visual and tactile stimuli can all trigger a pleasant tingling that usually begins on the scalp and spreads across the body like a shiver. ASMR is the subject of scientific study and has seen a hype in recent years, especially on social media.

Schwäbisch Hall – October 28, 2026 -- KLAFS offers the patented Microsalt SaltProX, a compact dry-salt inhalation system that works at home or on the road and is meant to support the airways through the cold season.

Cold and dry air strain the airways in autumn and winter

The airways clear themselves with a thin layer of mucus that binds particles and pathogens. Millions of tiny cilia move this film toward the throat, where it is carried away. Cold outdoor air and dry heated air can dry out the mucous membranes and disrupt this process. When mucus becomes too thick, it is removed less effectively.

Microsalt SaltProX turns rock salt into microscopic particles

The system grinds natural rock salt into microscopic particles and disperses them in the room air. Inhaled particles settle on the mucous membranes and can help loosen thick mucus and ease its removal. Unlike steam inhalation, dry salt adds no extra moisture to the air.