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Roseline Akpa

Things You Should Never Do Before Getting An MRI

If your doctor has ordered an MRI to diagnose a certain health condition, here are some things you should know not to do before the scan.

Vincent Madrone

Does Natural Deodorant Really Work?

Natural deodorants can help reduce exposure to harsh chemicals like aluminum. But can it also help reduce odors and sweat? Here's everything you need to know.

Brynna Standen

Can You Take Wellbutrin While Breastfeeding?

Women who take Wellbutrin for depression may wonder if the medication is safe to use when breastfeeding. Read on to learn more.

Erin Marie

What Happens If You Suddenly Stop Taking Metformin?

While metformin is good at its job, some taking the medication may experience side effects. However, discontinuing it on your own could make matters worse.

Amy Boyington

Everything You Should Know Before Freezing Your Eggs

Reproductive health and family planning look a little different for everyone. Thus, egg freezing may not be the right solution for every woman.

Joanna Marie

This Is How Long It Takes For Gout Medications To Start Working

Gout is a common form of arthritis characterized by chronic pain, swelling, and inflammation of various joints. About 8.3 million adults in the U.S. have gout.

Erin Marie

What Happens To Your Body When You Go Skinny Dipping

As it turns out, skinny dipping has a number of physical and mental health benefits. This is what happens to your body when you swim nude.

Pen checking the "yes" box for restless leg syndrome on medical paperwork

Agnes Erickson

Foods To Avoid If You Have Restless Legs Syndrome

For those with RLS, there are treatments to help ease the intensity of symptoms. Here are a few tweaks you can make in your diet to help ease discomfort.

Jeremy Brown

Is It Normal To Lose Hair When Breastfeeding?

As crucial as breastfeeding is for new moms and their babies, it can come with some side effects. For some women, this can include hair loss. But is it normal?

Worried woman reading birth control instructions

Erin Marie

How To Manage Breakthrough Bleeding When On Birth Control

Some people may be surprised to experience breakthrough bleeding while on birth control, but this is relatively common. Here's what you can do about it.

woman feeling her stomach while sitting on the sofa

Beth Bradford

What It Means When You Can Feel A Pulse In Your Stomach

Although feeling a pulse in your stomach typically isn't a concern, there is one cause for a pulse in your stomach that might warrant a visit to the doctor.

Man applying deodorant while looking in the mirror

Erin Marie

The Best Time To Put On Deodorant Isn't What You Think

Most of us hit our armpits with our deodorant in the morning before heading out the door, but this may actually be the most ineffective time to apply it.

Erin Marie

Health Officials Reportedly Weigh Advising At-Risk Americans To Get Another Bivalent COVID Booster

While the government has alluded to potential COVID-19 booster shots being offered, some are wondering whether more bivalent shots may be available sooner.

Brynna Standen

Are There Risks To Taking Prednisone While Pregnant?

Prednisone is a commonly used corticosteroid, but you may wonder if it's safe to take while you're pregnant. Read on to learn more.

Erin Demmer

Why Bayer Pulled Essure Birth Control Off The Market

Troubling claims about Essure were brought forward by a number of women who received the procedure leading it to be taken off the market. Here's what happened.

Jennifer Co

Natural Ways To Heal Toenail Fungus

The recommended way of treating toenail fungal infections is through medications and/or procedures. However, there are some methods you can try at home.

Joanna Marie

Signs Your Hip Pain Could Be Bone Cancer

Hip pain is a common problem, affecting about 10% of the general population and increasing with age. However, these signs indicate that it could be bone cancer.

Donna Pudelwitts

Natural Ways To Help Beat Back Vaginal Dryness

Vaginal dryness can complicate many aspects of your life. Here are several ways to combat the effects of vaginal dryness and help prevent it from coming back.

Jeremy Brown

What May Be Causing You To Faint During Your Menstrual Cycle

While some experience a number of different symptoms due to their menstrual cycle, for others, it could lead to fainting. But what could be causing this?

Zrinka Peters

What It Really Means When You Pop A Blood Vessel

Those tiny red branching lines on your face from broken blood vessels can appear for a number of reasons. But there are steps you can take to prevent them.

Sandra Langel

Myths You Should Stop Believing About Pregnancy

It's a good idea to brush up on some of the myths around being pregnant. We've collected some very useful information here. Read on for more details.

Agnes Erickson

Do This If Planking Hurts Your Elbows

It is without question, planking is a great exercise. But not if you're feeling any unnatural pain while doing them -- especially if the pain is in your elbows.

Jenna Demmer

The Real Reason Not Everyone Can Donate Organs

Organ donation is a wonderful way to impact the lives of others, while keeping your own legacy going. How do you know if you are eligible to donate organs?

Joanna Marie

Is It Safe To Take Mucinex When Breastfeeding?

Mucinex is a common OTC drug used to treat symptoms of cold and flu. Though generally safe, breastfeeding mothers may want to consult a doctor before use.