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If you are a cancer survivor or you know someone who has suffered from the disease, you know how terrible it is. The disease itself is awful, and often the treatments for it are equally as difficult. Though science and treatments are improving, they are unfortunately not improving at the rate in which cancer is […]
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Colds, sneezing, and coughing are never fun. Probably one of the worst parts about getting a cold is the mucus that seems to linger in the throat and chest for seemingly forever afterward. While this usually does eventually clear, it can really disrupt your life. It can lead to persistent coughing, as well as make […]
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Gut bacteria, also known as the microbiome, refers to the trillions of microscopic organisms that reside in our digestive tract. These organisms, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and other microbes, play a crucial role in our overall health and well-being. If these bacteria are out of balance, it can cause illness and disease. These are the […]
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Your smile really changes your face, and your teeth really change your smile. A quick flash of sparkly, straight, pearly whites can really make someone’s day – or knock them off their feet. Unfortunately, many adults face problems with losing teeth for a variety of reasons. Scientists in Japan have developed a treatment that makes […]
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This article was originally published on May 23, 2019, and has since been updated. A study on the effects of aspirin has found alarming results. It’s quite common for older people at risk of heart disease and stroke to take low-dose aspirin (aka baby aspirin) as a blood thinner to reduce the risk of an […]
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For some people, a slight tipping of the head can trigger vertigo. They tilt their heads to look down or up, or simply roll over in bed, and suddenly the room is spinning. Accompanied by symptoms of dizziness and nausea, this condition can call a halt to regular day activities. “Episodes of BPPV can last […]
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A team of European research groups recently claimed they uncovered a contributing cause of asthma symptoms, and even better, that they may have just designed the cure. Scientists from Ghent University in Belgium partnered with others from Ghent University Hospital, a biotech company called arGEN-X, and associates from Stockholm, Marseilles, and Rotterdam looked to gout as […]
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It is of utmost importance that we truly pay attention to the signs and signals of our body. This story of a young mother from South Carolina reminds us that a brain aneurysm can happen to anyone. While Lee Broadway had experienced migraines since her childhood, her last and worst headache, ended up being a […]
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Karolina Jasko was a senior in high school when a strange spot appeared on her right thumbnail. The technician at her local beauty salon noticed it, a thin line vertically across the nail as if she drew it with a black marker. Neither person recognized this as a potentially deadly symptom. For the past few […]
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The common housefly is one of the more annoying insects we have to deal with. Not only can they be a real party-pooper (more on that later) at an outdoor picnic, but they always find a way to sneak into our homes and bother us indoors, too. Often we find ourselves batting them away from […]
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Iodine is a mineral that is essential for good health. But what are the signs of iodine deficiency and is it dangerous? Iodine is water soluble. It is found in certain foods and iodized table salt. People can also take it as a supplement. This article explores the signs, symptoms, and complications of iodine deficiency. […]
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Removing children’s tonsils and adenoids has been a common practice for decades. These procedures are typically performed to alleviate breathing difficulties and recurring infections. However, some research has shed light on potential risks associated with these surgeries. What actually are the functions of tonsils and adenoids, though? Let’s look at the study that highlights the […]
