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Erin Marie

When We'll Know If This Year's Flu Vaccine Misses The Mark

Over 128 million flu vaccines have already been administered across the U.S. But it may take time for experts to determine their efficacy.

Beth Bradford

Julie Powell's Cause Of Death Explained

The American author and best-known food blogger, Julie Powell, died recently. Now looking into her cause of death, there are ways to reduce the condition.

Joanna Marie

What Is Atherosclerotic Cardiovascular Disease?

Many people with atherosclerotic cardiovascular disease are initially asymptomatic, which makes diagnosing the condition tricky. Here's what you need to know.

Anthony Crutcher

Can You Get Lice On Your Eyelashes?

Lice attach to hair anywhere on the body and then travel to the skin to bite and feed. But can lice also be found in other areas, like eyelashes?

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Dairy Allergens Found In Chick-Fil-A Menu Items

Many people are affected by dairy and food allergies. Though the brand takes care to label allergens, some surprising Chick-fil-A menu items contained dairy.

Adeline Jasinski

Adult-Onset Asthma Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

We're taking a look at adult-onset asthma to give you all the information you need. Read on for causes, symptoms, and treatments.

Ciara Turner-Ewert

Claritin Or Zyrtec? Health Digest Survey Finds People's Preferred Allergy Medication

When it comes to allergies, everyone has their favorite brand of medication for their symptoms. Learn which over-the-counter brand is preferred by our readers.

Niko Vercelletto

How New CAR T-Cell Therapy Can Help Kids Who Have Advanced Leukemia

When using CAR T-cell therapy, the main problem is time. However, this new approach to CAR T-cell therapy may help buy more time for kids with leukemia.

Anthony Crutcher

Can New Chemotherapy Methods Reduce The Need For Breast Cancer Surgery?

In breast cancer treatment, surgery is often the primary option. Learn about a study suggesting that newer chemotherapy methods may reduce the need for surgery.

Joanna Marie

The Four Types Of Sciatica Explained

Even though sciatica is common, there are different types, each coming with various causes and risk factors. These are the different types of sciatica.

Jenna Demmer

How Often Should You Be Checking Your Blood Pressure?

High blood pressure is called "the silent killer" because it typically has no symptoms. Here is how often you should be checking your blood pressure.

Lisabeth Fauble

Does Exercise Help With Brain Fog?

Brain fog is a frustrating condition to experience, and can have many causes, including aging. Discover whether or not exercise can help combat brain fog.

Jeremy Brown

What It Means If Your Teeth Hurt After Wearing A Mouth Guard

If your grind your teeth at night, your dentist may recommend wearing a mouth guard. But if your teeth hurt when you wear a mouth guard, here's what that means.

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Joanna Marie

How Is Epilepsy Treated?

Epilepsy is one of the most common neurological disorders, and has a variety of treatments. Learn more about how epilepsy seizures are treated.

Beth Bradford

Instantly Relieve Your Carpal Tunnel Pain With These Pressure Points

Although you could get a wrist splint or do wrist exercises to help carpal tunnel syndrome, you could also turn to these pressure points to get some relief.

Adeline Jasinski

Brittle Diabetes Explained: Causes, Symptoms, And Treatments

Have you ever heard of brittle diabetes? Well, we're going to explain it to you right here. Read on for all the details.

Andra Picincu

Does Constipation Cause Overactive Bladder?

Dealing with the symptoms of an overactive bladder can be frustrating, especially if you're also constipated. Learn if constipation causes overactive bladder.

Beth Bradford

How To Prevent Sciatica Pain When Walking

Walking is a good exercise for sciatica because it increases blood flow through the body. But what can you do to help prevent sciatica pain while walking?

Joanna Marie

How Is HCM Diagnosed?

Hypertrophic cardiomyopathy came to public recognition due to a rise in sudden deaths in young, healthy people. The condition is triggered by genetics.

Brie Schmidt

This Is How Often You Should Be Cleaning Your Earbuds

To give your ears the best protection against infection, many medical professionals recommend disinfecting earbuds after each use.

Sabika Hassan

What To Know About Liver Cancer

Aside from knowing that liver cancer affects the liver, there are other things to acknowledge about the disease, especially the different types.

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Ariane Lang

Soy Allergies Explained: Symptoms, Triggers, And Tricks

Let's talk soy allergies for a minute. Here, we've collected lots of great information on the foods and symptoms to watch out for. Read on for all the deets.

Joanna Marie

What Does It Mean When Your Blood Total Protein Is High?

If your results show high protein levels, there might be various causes. Find out what it might mean when your blood's total protein is high.

Niko Vercelletto

The Effect Monkeypox Has On Your Brain

Monkeypox can cause numerous symptoms you should be aware of, and recent research suggests that it may even affect the brain. Here's what to know.

Isabel Cohen

What Causes Gestational Diabetes?

Gestational diabetes is a serious condition that can lead to other health conditions. Therefore, many look to know the reason for the initial development.

healthyNick

The Newly Released Annual Report On National Cancer Statistics Offers Some Great News

Though cancer is the second leading cause of death in the U.S., a new annual report on national cancer statistics offers positive news about cancer death rates.

Brie Schmidt

What Is Post-Menstrual Syndrome?

Post-menstrual syndrome may be premenstrual syndrome's lesser-known sister condition, but for those who experience it, it's just as real and burdensome.