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Food safety is a crucial aspect that often gets overlooked in our fast-paced lives. However, understanding the risks associated with certain foods is essential for maintaining our well-being. These are 10 of the riskiest and most often recalled foods, as per the data. By being informed about these food items, we can make informed choices […]
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Medical facts are not only informative but can also be incredibly eye-opening. They have the power to challenge our assumptions, confront our fears, and broaden our understanding of the human body and healthcare. In this article, we will explore some fascinating and unexpected medical facts that are sure to shock and captivate you. 20 Surprising […]
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Dr. Kenny Banh of Community Regional Medical Center in Fresno, California, has seen his fair share of remarkable things in the emergency room. But when a patient walked in with a tapeworm of over 5 feet in length this past August, it was enough to make Banh stop in his tracks! Banh described in an interview […]
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In countries like USA and Canada, we don’t often worry about getting diseases from insect bites. For example, malaria is one of the world’s most dangerous diseases. Over half of the world’s population is at risk of mosquito-borne disease, but in North America, the risk is low. However, there are a few insect-carried diseases to […]
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“It’s better to be safe than sorry,” we always say. Making decisions with this mantra can be handy. We’ll bring snacks on a road trip “just in case.” We’ll pack Advil into our purses and backpacks “to be safe.” This motto also comes into play when it comes to washing foods. Many people handle our […]
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Ginger is a flowering plant loaded with nutrients and bioactive compounds that hold incredible benefits for your physical and mental health. Its medicinal use dates back thousands of years to ancient China. The rhizome of the plant is the root that is typically used in cooking and medicine. (1) Using natural remedies for common ailments […]
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It is so easy, in the mayhem of the day-to-day grind, to ignore when your body is trying to send signals that it is not being properly supported in one way or another. Add to that how much people caffeinate for “energy” or pop some kind of pill to mask uncomfortable symptoms and it’s not […]
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If you didn’t include skin cancers, colorectal cancers are the third most prevalent cancer in the United States. In 2023, approximately 153,020 individuals will be diagnosed with CRC and 52,550 will die from the disease, including 19,550 cases and 3750 deaths in individuals younger than 50 years. Although cases of colorectal cancer are common, many […]
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Your stomach uses one of the most powerful naturally occurring acids to break down everything you eat. Stomach acid is even strong enough to completely dissolve a razor blade! Thankfully, we don’t actually feel any of that incredible acid working away in our bodies… but what happens if we do? What Are Stomach Ulcers? Stomach ulcers are […]
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This article was originally published on February 26, 2018, and has since been updated. Chickenpox is very common (some might even consider it as a rite of passage), but there’s a serious risk many parents aren’t aware of, and it involves the use of ibuprofen to help relieve chicken pox. A mother who was advised […]
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If you woke up one morning and discovered that a rash has appeared on your skin, it’s understandable to be concerned. Skin conditions are very common. Don’t let embarrassment or anxiety about a diagnosis prevent you from seeking the medical attention you need. You can bring your skin concerns to your family doctor or find […]
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I’m sure vitamin C needs no introduction to you. We know it’s found in ample amounts in our citrus fruits and often taken as a supplement to boost immune systems or pulled out when a cold hits us. But what many people don’t realize, is that you can actually become deficient in Vitamin C and […]
