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Restless Leg Syndrome
Restless legs syndrome is a condition in which your legs feel very uncomfortable when you’re sitting or lying down. It… RLS because of their known side effects and potential drawbacks. Opioids, if not taken exactly as instructed by your doctor, can be addictive. For many…
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You Don’t Have to Handle Dementia Care Alone
When a loved one has dementia, your family doctor can be a trusted resource and partner in their care… or a loved one. An early diagnosis of dementia leads to earlier treatment. It will also give you time to plan ahead. It’s important to address…
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Bipolar Disorder
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that causes extreme mood swings between happy and sad. People of all ages and… re taking any over-the-counter medicines. He or she can tell you if they will affect your antidepressants. Your doctor may add other medicines, too, based…
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Autopsy
An autopsy is a medical examination that occurs after death. It is used to find the cause of death, for… a few hours. Once the autopsy is completed, the hospital tells the funeral home. So it does not delay funeral services. In addition, the incisions…
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Kidney Infection Symptoms and Treatment
A kidney infection results when bacteria get into one or both of your kidneys… doctor might perform a follow-up test to confirm the infection is gone. They also might prescribe other medicine or treatment to address the cause or a related issue. Living with a…
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Helping Your Child Deal with Peer Pressure
Children of all ages experience peer pressure. As a parent, you can help your child deal with peer pressure and… things that don’t belong to them, they might one day agree to experiment with drugs and alcohol. Unfortunately, chemical dependency becomes addictive after repeated use…
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an imaging test used to see the organs, bones, and tissue inside your body… on your clothes) during the MRI. In fact, you may be asked to walk through a metal detector before having an MRI. Additionally, if you have…
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The DASH Diet: Healthy Eating to Control Your Blood Pressure
Healthy eating with the DASH diet can reduce high blood pressure and lower your bad cholesterol… Choose fewer processed foods (frozen meals, canned soups, packaged mixes, etc.). These contain more sodium. Look for foods that say, “no salt added,” “sodium-free,” and “low sodium.” Avoid fried…
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When a “Chest Cold” Is Something More
You probably know the feeling of having cold symptoms that move from your head into your chest. Many people call this a chest cold. The medical term for it is “acute bronchitis.” Bronchitis is an inflammation (or irritation) of the airways. Airways are the…
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Health Care Workers and Tuberculosis
Health care workers are exposed to many diseases, including tuberculosis. They need to know how to prevent, recognize, and treat… As part of their job, health care workers are exposed to many diseases. Tuberculosis, also known as TB, is one of these. It’s important to…
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Teens and Stress: Who Has Time For It?
Being a teenager in today’s world is not easy. Stress can come from a variety of sources. But there are… Stress is what you feel when you react to pressure. This pressure can come from the outside world, such as school, work, after-school activities, family, or…
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Complete Blood Count (CBC)
A complete blood count test measures the different cells and platelets in your blood to give a doctor a picture… A complete blood count (CBC) is a blood test that measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and blood platelets (cells that help your blood…
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Reflux/Acid Reflux (GERD)
Acid reflux occurs when acid from your stomach backs up into your throat. It can be caused by many factors… What is reflux? The medical name for this condition is gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD). It’s sometimes called acid reflux or heartburn. Reflux occurs when…
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Diabetes and Heart Disease
People with diabetes are more likely to have heart disease, but there are steps you can take to lower the… People who have diabetes are more likely to get heart disease. When you have diabetes, your blood sugar level is often much higher than it should be. Too…
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Occupational Exposure to Lead
Lead is a poisonous metal. In the past, it was used in many products but is regulated now. It can… Lead is a poisonous metal. You can die from too much exposure. It used to be in a lot of products, such as paint and…
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Infant Formula
Infant formulas are a viable option for feeding your baby that are specially made to meet babies’ nutritional needs… Breast milk is the best source of nutrition for your baby. However, some women are unable to or choose not to breastfeed. In these cases, baby…
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Shoulder Pain
Shoulder pain, whether caused by a specific injury or not, can be treated with active rest and range-of-motion exercises as… Shoulder pain can be caused by many factors. One common cause of shoulder pain is soreness of the tendon (a cord that attaches a muscle to a bone) in…
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Inhalant Use
Inhalant use is a form of substance use disorder that involves breathing in or sniffing household products on purpose to… What is inhalant use? Inhalant use is a form of substance use disorder. It is also called “huffing.” It involves breathing in or sniffing common…
