The First Thing You Should Do If You Touch Poison Ivy, Oak, Or Sumac
Coming in contact with poison ivy, oak, or sumac can be alarming. However, there is a crucial first step to take should you touch any of the three plants.
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Adult-Onset ADHD: A Comprehensive Guide
Adult-onset ADHD is now considered a neurodevelopmental disorder. Here's a comprehensive guide to this complex and often misunderstood condition.
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What's The Difference Between Gallstones And Kidney Stones
Two common types of stones include gallstones and kidney stones. While they are both types of stones, there are several differences between them.
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Do Vaccines Cause Autism?
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has a recommended immunization schedule for children from birth to 18 years, which is reviewed annually.
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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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How Often Do You Need A Professional Dental Cleaning?
Routine cleanings aren't exactly something we look forward to on our calendar. Even so, just how often should we be penciling in those dental appointments?
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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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Evel Knievel's Son Robbie's Cause Of Death Explained
Robbie Knievel, son of famed daredevil Evel Knievel, has died at the age of 60 after spending the past few days in hospice. Here's what we know about his death.
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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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What Is Cardiac Arrest?
When it comes to heart health, there are many conditions to be aware of, including cardiac arrest. Here's what cardiac arrest is and how to prevent it.
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Hailey Bieber Opens Up About Having Ovarian Cysts. It's More Common Than You Think
In a statement, Hailey Bieber says that she isn't pregnant, but has had ovarian cysts. But this health condition may be more common than you think.
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Health Conditions A Colonoscopy Can Detect
The colonoscopy procedure allows a healthcare provider uses a long, flexible tube called a colonoscope to examine the inside of the large intestine.
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Is A Poison Ivy Rash Contagious?
Poison ivy is a common plant found in North America that can cause a rash when it comes into contact with the skin. The rash is caused by urushiol.
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How To Safely Remove An Eyelash In Your Eye
If you've ever had an eyelash stuck in your eye, you know how painful it can be. Here's the safest way to remove that unwelcome eyelash once and for all.
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Do Mild COVID Symptoms Lead To Long COVID?
A mild case of COVID-19 may not seem too bad once you're better. However, experts looked into how a mild case of the virus could lead to Long COVID.
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What Is Twilight Sleep That's Caused By Anesthesia?
For twilight sedation, a doctor administers a safe local anesthetic medication to block out pain from a targeted area and a sedative to help the patient relax.
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The Biggest Weight Loss Scams Of All Time
Weight loss scams have been around for about as long as humanity's desire to lose weight. Here's a list of some of the biggest weight loss scams of all time.
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How To Identify And Treat Poison Sumac
You've likely heard of poison ivy, but you may not know its rash-inducing friend, poison sumac. Here's how you can identify and treat a poison sumac reaction.
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How A Clinical Trial Shows Promising News For Children With Peanut Allergies
Life is much more stressful when your child has a peanut allergy. A recent clinical trial, however, is showing promise in desensitizing allergic reactions.
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What To Do When Your Child's Fever Won't Ease Up
It feels incredibly stressful when you're child has a fever, especially so if the fever isn't letting up. Here's what to do when that happens.
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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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What Is The 'Icing Your Chest' Trend And Does It Work?
Social media has various hacks people promote to reduce anxiety, like the trend of icing your chest. Does it work?
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Studies Suggest The Bivalent COVID Booster Is No More Effective Than Original Vaccine
The bivalent booster has been available for months now. But you may wonder about its efficacy. Here's the latest research.
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Why You Should Never Quit Ativan Cold Turkey
Ativan, a benzodiazepine used to treat short-term anxiety, is considered a habit-forming drug. But quitting cold turkey is highly dangerous. Here's why.
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Jeff Beck's Cause Of Death Explained
People around the globe are shocked and saddened by the swift passing of Jeff Beck. Here's what to know.
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Why The CDC Warns Against Using Tap Water In Home Medical Devices
Although America has one of the safest public drinking water systems globally, tap water is not intended for use in everything, like filling up medical devices.
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