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Tag: Medication

Health

Ibuprofen Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Warnings and Dosing

February 5, 2022 -

Ibuprofen is used to relieve pain from various conditions such as headache, dental pain, menstrual cramps, muscle aches, or arthritis. It is also used to reduce fever and to relieve minor aches and pain due to the common cold or … Continue reading Ibuprofen Oral: Uses, Side Effects, Warnings and Dosing

Lifestyle

9 Types of Meditation: Which One Is Right for You?

November 21, 2021 -

Meditation is a technique used for thousands of years to develop awareness of the present moment. It can involve practices to sharpen focus and attention, connect to the body and breath, develop acceptance of difficult emotions, and even alter consciousness. … Continue reading 9 Types of Meditation: Which One Is Right for You?

Health

The 5 Best CBD Oils to Help with Stress in 2021

April 3, 2021April 3, 2021 -

Cannabidiol, widely known as CBD, is a cannabinoid derived from the cannabis plant. CBD doesn’t contain any THC, meaning that it’s unlikely you’ll feel “high” when taking it. While research is still being carried out to determine the potential effects … Continue reading The 5 Best CBD Oils to Help with Stress in 2021

Nutrition

Self-Care in a Cup of Tea: Healing from Grief and Finding Myself

March 31, 2021 -

I learned self-care and mindfulness the hard way. After I lost my father, I let 2 years of grief build up because I believed I was “too strong” for help. I couldn’t see how grief was affecting me. I was … Continue reading Self-Care in a Cup of Tea: Healing from Grief and Finding Myself

Health

Common Drugs That Steal Your Body’s Nutrients

March 8, 2021 -

Have a fever? Take an antibiotic. High cholesterol? Use a statin. In pain? Pop an opioid. Feeling blue? Try an antidepressant. According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), 74 percent of doctor’s visits end with a scribbled prescription. It’s … Continue reading Common Drugs That Steal Your Body’s Nutrients

Health

What Are the Principles of the Declaration of Helsinki?

January 6, 2021 -

There are several general guiding principles that lay the foundation for the ethical standards further detailed in the statement. These guiding principles include: Protecting Patient Health In line with the Hippocratic Oath, espousing the belief to “First, do no harm” … Continue reading What Are the Principles of the Declaration of Helsinki?

Beauty

Tretinoin for Acne: Benefits, Uses, Dosage and Side Effects

August 12, 2020August 12, 2020 -

Tretinoin has been used as an anti-acne agent for almost 50 years. As a type of retinol, it’s able to combat several dermatological conditions. Skin is the largest organ in the body, and we continuously try new ingredients to make … Continue reading Tretinoin for Acne: Benefits, Uses, Dosage and Side Effects

Health

When Insurers Deny Emergency Department Claims

August 4, 2020October 13, 2020 -

If you’ve just cut your finger off in a table saw, it’s pretty clear that the emergency room should be your next stop. But not all emergencies are quite that clear-cut. Emergency rooms are the most expensive places to receive … Continue reading When Insurers Deny Emergency Department Claims

Health

What is Trauma? Types, Symptoms and Treatments

June 17, 2020June 17, 2020 -

Psychological trauma is a response to an event that a person finds highly stressful. Examples include being in a war zone, a natural disaster, or an accident. Trauma can cause a wide range of physical and emotional symptoms. Not everyone … Continue reading What is Trauma? Types, Symptoms and Treatments

Health

Tic Disorders: Causes, Types and Diagnosis

June 17, 2020June 17, 2020 -

Tics are irregular, uncontrollable, unwanted, and repetitive movements of muscles that can occur in any part of the body. Movements of the limbs and other body parts are known as motor tics. Involuntary repetitive sounds, such as grunting, sniffing, or … Continue reading Tic Disorders: Causes, Types and Diagnosis

Health

12 Natural Remedies for Sore Throats

June 12, 2020June 12, 2020 -

Overview A sore throat refers to pain, itchiness, or irritation of the throat. Throat pain is the primary symptom of a sore throat. It may get worse when you try to swallow, and you may have difficulty swallowing food and … Continue reading 12 Natural Remedies for Sore Throats

Nutrition

Eye Health and Supplements: What You Should Know

June 6, 2020June 6, 2020 -

Overview You’ve probably heard someone say, “Eat your carrots, they’re good for your eyes.” You may have also seen advertisements for nutritional supplements for eye health. Can vitamins and minerals benefit your eye health and vision? Keep reading to learn … Continue reading Eye Health and Supplements: What You Should Know

Lifestyle

Back Pain: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

June 3, 2020June 3, 2020 -

Back pain is a common reason for absence from work and for seeking medical treatment. It can be uncomfortable and debilitating. It can result from injury, activity and some medical conditions. Back pain can affect people of any age, for … Continue reading Back Pain: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments

Health

Fenugreek: Benefits i.e. Pregnancy, Uses and Side Effects

May 13, 2020May 13, 2020 -

Never heard of fenugreek? Don’t worry — you’re not alone — but that doesn’t mean you should continue to be in the dark on this medicinal herb. In fact, I recommend using it on a regular basis. Why? Because fenugreek … Continue reading Fenugreek: Benefits i.e. Pregnancy, Uses and Side Effects

Health

Why Face Masks Probably Won’t Protect You From Coronavirus

March 21, 2020March 21, 2020 -

Sales of face masks are spiking in China and around the world amid a coronavirus outbreak. For the average person, wearing a mask is not as effective as everyday measures like hand-washing and avoiding close contact with anyone who might … Continue reading Why Face Masks Probably Won’t Protect You From Coronavirus

Health

Urgent Care, Telemedicine – Ways Going to the Doctor Is Changing

March 19, 2020March 19, 2020 -

Any doctor will tell you that every guy needs a primary-care provider—a trusted physician who knows you, knows that your dad had a heart attack at age 40, helps you figure out how to tweak your life according to your … Continue reading Urgent Care, Telemedicine – Ways Going to the Doctor Is Changing

Health

Experts Question Tweet Saying Ibuprofen May ‘Aggravate’ COVID-19

March 17, 2020March 17, 2020 -

A French health official posted on Twitter that anti-inflammatory medication could be “a factor in aggravating” novel coronavirus infections. His Tweet received more than 42,000 retweets, but some doctors are questioning his advice. Because COVID-19 is a new virus, there … Continue reading Experts Question Tweet Saying Ibuprofen May ‘Aggravate’ COVID-19

Health

When Insurers Don’t Cover Drugs, Prescriptions Often Go Unfilled

January 27, 2020January 27, 2020 -

The majority of Americans have health insurance that includes coverage for prescription drugs. But unfortunately that doesn’t ensure that they can afford the specific drugs their doctors prescribe for them. In fact, many Americans report that their insurance plans sometimes … Continue reading When Insurers Don’t Cover Drugs, Prescriptions Often Go Unfilled

Health

7 Ways To Avoid Scary, Unexpected Health Bills

January 10, 2020January 10, 2020 -

Bills of any variety are typically greeted with groans, but unexpected medical bills are particularly unwelcome. Often, they hit your mailbox weeks, even months, after your doctor visit or the date of a procedure. And while these bills may be … Continue reading 7 Ways To Avoid Scary, Unexpected Health Bills

Health

Doctors Told Me I Only Had PMS—but It Turned Out to Be Brain Cancer

August 21, 2019August 21, 2019 -

Growing up, I had the stereotypical image of what a seizure was. A person has to collapse, convulse, and practically lose all consciousness, right? Wrong. I started experiencing odd sensations in my mid-teens. For a few minutes, I wouldn’t be able to … Continue reading Doctors Told Me I Only Had PMS—but It Turned Out to Be Brain Cancer

Health

Popular Prescription Drugs Linked to Dementia

August 17, 2019August 17, 2019 -

Any time you take a medication, weighing the risks and benefits of the drug is a must. And now we must ask ourselves, “Is this one of the drugs linked to dementia and memory loss?” Emerging research is finding disturbing connections … Continue reading Popular Prescription Drugs Linked to Dementia

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Fake News About Health You Need to Stop Believing

March 27, 2018March 27, 2018 -

I met Luke at a professional conference. I’m a public health and behavioral science expert; Luke’s a statistician for a hospital system in New York City. I thought he was brilliant — two Ivy League degrees, decades of experience working … Continue reading Fake News About Health You Need to Stop Believing

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5 Stem Cell Therapy Benefits, Uses & How It Works

March 24, 2018March 24, 2018 -

Clinical research regarding stem cell therapy benefits has grown dramatically in recent decades. The most promising thing about stem cell therapy — and similar prolotherapy treatments … Continue reading 5 Stem Cell Therapy Benefits, Uses & How It Works

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Thyroid Cancer Story​: ‘​I Had Thyroid Cancer For Five Years Without Knowing It’

February 1, 2018January 31, 2018 -

No one ever expects to get cancer, but as a healthy 29-year-old working in the fitness world, I really didn’t see it happening to me. Of course, looking back now, it’s easy for me to see the palm-sized tumor poking … Continue reading Thyroid Cancer Story​: ‘​I Had Thyroid Cancer For Five Years Without Knowing It’

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Flu Natural Remedies: 12 Ways to Relieve Flu Symptoms

January 28, 2018January 28, 2018 -

People with a depressed immune system or nutrient deficiencies may be more prone to catching the flu or a cold. Stress, lack of sleep and exposure to toxins can worsen flu symptoms. According to a report published by the Centers … Continue reading Flu Natural Remedies: 12 Ways to Relieve Flu Symptoms

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Symptoms Of Prostate Cancer Men Should Know

January 13, 2018 -

Prostate cancer is the third most common form of cancer in the U.S., with more than 160,000 men diagnosed with it each year, according to the National Cancer Institute’s Surveillance, Epidemiology, and End Results Program (SEER). The good news is, … Continue reading Symptoms Of Prostate Cancer Men Should Know

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Acupuncture For Weight Loss: Does It Work?

November 19, 2017November 19, 2017 -

Unless you’re freaked out by needles, you might have considered acupuncture as an alternative pain relief treatment. This traditional form of Chinese medicine dates back thousands of years and is based on targeting specific trigger points in your body using … Continue reading Acupuncture For Weight Loss: Does It Work?

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Acid Reflux Medication and Liver Disease: What You Need to Know

October 15, 2017 -

Proton-pump inhibitors, or PPIs, are some of the most commonly prescribed medications in the world. In fact, one study estimates Americans spend $11 billion on PPIs each year. Continue reading Acid Reflux Medication and Liver Disease: What You Need to Know

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7 Medications That Dry Out Your Eyes

September 7, 2017September 7, 2017 -

Dry eye is a condition in which inadequate tear production leads to eyes that burn, sting, or feel gritty, among other symptoms. Continue reading 7 Medications That Dry Out Your Eyes

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