Simple Ways To Prevent A Carpal Tunnel Flare-Up
Once carpal tunnel syndrome is diagnosed, there are several things the patient can do to reduce their risk of symptoms flaring. Here are a few ways to try.
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How You Can Take Part In The American Heart Association's CPR Challenge In Honor Of Damar Hamlin
Damar Hamlin is working with the American Heart Association to give more people a chance of surviving a heart attack. Learn how you can participate.
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Study Shows What Midlife Weight Can Do To You As You Age
Age-related changes can affect our body shape in many ways. A 2022 study found that these changes in weight could have a major impact on our long-term health.
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Gaten Matarazzo's Rare Disease Explained
You may know Gaten Matarazzo from "Stranger Things." But did you know he also has a rare genetic disorder? Here's what it is and his advocacy work.
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What Are The Symptoms Of Lyme Arthritis?
Anti-tick protection isn't just to avoid uncomfortable bites. It helps prevent illnesses like Lyme disease, and -- less commonly -- Lyme arthritis.
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What To Know About David Crosby's Health Issues Over The Years
Crosby's dedication to his art can't be overlooked, especially with his health issues. He might have made it look easy, but liver transplants are no small feat.
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Why Counting Calories May Work Better For Weight Loss Than Intermittent Fasting
Counting calories and intermittent fasting are two popular ways to lose weight. Here's why counting calories may be more effective in dropping unwanted pounds.
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When You Should Stop Ignoring Those New Facial Hairs
While some may shave their facial hair, others don't mind some tiny hairs. However, there's a certain point when you shouldn't ignore the incoming facial hair.
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Can You Take Sudafed And Mucinex At The Same Time?
Cold and flu season mean many of us are stocking up on over-the-counter medications. Here's what to know about interactions between two of the most common.
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Scary Situations Where Abortion Can Be Lifesaving
Everyone has their opinions on abortion. Regardless of a person's opinion, however, there are certain situations when an abortion may be lifesaving.
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What It Means When Your Shoulders Itch
For some, itchy skin is something to contend with once in a while. However, reoccurring irritation, especially in the shoulders, may indicate something else.
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Can Your HVAC System Be Causing Sinus Problems?
The same systems that dry out our skin each winter while we try to stay warm may be causing sinus issues. Here's what you should look out for.
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Can You Get Herpes In Your Eyes?
Herpes can cause a number of symptoms, like genital warts. However, some may be wondering if the sexually transmitted disease can also affect the eyes.
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The Cardiac Health Issues Of Lisa Marie Presley's Family Explained
The music world heard a sad, familiar echo on the evening of January 12, 2023, when Priscilla Presley announced that her daughter, Lisa Marie Presley, had died.
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Why You Should Never Spray Perfume In Your Armpits
It's natural for us to want to smell good and we often achieve this with perfumes. One area to avoid spritzing, however, is your underarms. Here's why.
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Why Winter Is The Best Time Of The Year To Get Surgery
If you are getting surgery, one thing to consider is when the procedure will take place. Here's why winter might be a good time of year to get surgery.
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Is A Shortened Yoga Session Still A Good Workout?
Yoga's benefits are fairly wide-ranging. For many, however, the question remains of how much yoga is required to attain these benefits. Is 20 minutes enough?
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Study Finds How New Blood Test Could Make Diagnosing Alzheimer's Easier
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the most common of these is Alzheimer's disease. An estimated 60-70% of dementia cases are Alzheimer's cases.
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Can Weak Hips Contribute To Knee Pain?
Regardless of the cause, hip weakness can seriously affect a person's life. It impacts other parts of the body. But could it be at the root of your knee pain?
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How To Deal With A Tricky Eyelid Skin Tag
While skin tags can be found between folds of skin, some can grow on or near the eyelid. Luckily, there are ways to get around the skin tag.
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Beauty Treatments That May Not Be Safe For Darker Skin Tones
Not all skin types react to beauty treatments the same way. There may be a difference in how a person's skin color interacts with certain treatments.
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What's The Difference Between FDA Approval And Emergency Use Authorization?
Two terms we have often heard with COVID drugs and vaccines are FDA approval and Emergency Use Authorization. These are the important differences between them.
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How The CDC Is Analyzing Death Certificates To Determine Long COVID Effects
The long-term effects of COVID haven't yet been understood. The CDC has just announced a study that may make headway on accurately reporting long COVID deaths.
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You Should Never Take Vitamin B12 With This Heartburn Medication
There is evidence that certain heartburn medications can affect how the body absorbs vitamin B12. Unless it's caught early, it can have far-reaching effects.
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How Long Does Morphine Typically Stay In Your System?
Most opioid deaths occur not from the drug alone, but from mixing it with other substances. It's critical to know how long morphine stays in a person's system.
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The Best Way To Prevent Persistent Headaches Before They Begin
Some headaches come and go, but persistent headaches come back too often. Luckily, there are some methods that can help prevent them before they even start.
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What Is The Main Ingredient In Hydroxycut?
Products like Hydroxycut seem to be the answer to weight loss. However, Hydroxycut's main ingredient may be as special as you might expect it to be.
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