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Caring for a Relative Who Has Dementia
Caring for a loved one who has dementia is difficult. Learn how to best care for them while also taking… a dim light on. Total darkness can add to confusion. Relieve pain. Talk to your loved one’s doctor if they have arthritis or another painful…
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Giant Cell Arteritis and Polymyalgia Rheumatica
Giant cell arteritis (GCA) and polymyalgia rheumatica (PMR) is inflammation of the arteries in the arms, upper body, neck, hips,… will I need to take the medicine? Am I at risk of either of these conditions coming back? Resources National Institute of Arthritis and Musculoskeletal…
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ACL Injury
An ACL injury is the overstretching or tearing of the anterior cruciate ligament in your knee. It is a common… the best chance for a full recovery. There is some evidence that people who have ACL injuries will develop osteoarthritis or degenerative arthritis over time…
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Anti-diarrheal Medicines: OTC Relief for Diarrhea
Several types of diarrhea medicine are available over-the-counter to help you feel better and ease your symptoms… loperamide or bismuth subsalicylate if you also take: Antibiotics Antiviral medications for human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) Prescription painkillers Anticoagulant medications Gout medications Arthritis medications Diabetes medications Also ask…
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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… I prevent a repeat of my shoulder pain if I don’t know what caused it? Will my shoulder heal completely? What exercises should I avoid?…
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Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a skin-coloring disorder. It produces white patches on your skin. It mostly occurs in areas of the skin… cosmetic you recommend for my skin color? Is there a support group I can join? Do I need ongoing screening to check for autoimmune disorders?…
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Sports and Exercise at Every Age
Maintaining an exercise program is important at any age. It can help you build a foundation when you’re young and… We all know that exercise is good for us. But it does more than just improve our physical fitness. It also reduces our risk of…
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Heart Health: Keeping Your Heart Healthy
Learn how you can prevent and manage heart disease as well as treat conditions that lead to heart attack… A healthy heart is central to overall good health. Embracing a healthy lifestyle at any age can prevent heart disease and lower your risk for a…
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Common Sports Injuries
Common sports injuries sideline many people each year, especially young athletes as they begin to compete at younger ages… If you play sports, you know the benefits of getting exercise while doing something you like. But sports may also be putting your body at…
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Dementia
Dementia is a group of symptoms often caused by changes in brain structure. It often occurs in older people but… What is dementia? Dementia isn’t a disease. It’s a group of symptoms that can be caused by changes in brain structure. Dementia often occurs…
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Eczema and Atopic Dermatitis
Eczema and atopic dermatitis are rash-like skin conditions common in babies but can continue in adulthood… What is eczema and atopic dermatitis? Eczema is a general term for rash-like skin conditions. The most common type of eczema is called atopic dermatitis. Eczema is often…
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Heart Failure
Heart failure means your heart isn’t pumping blood as well as it should. It can be caused by different heart… What is heart failure? The term “heart failure” sounds scary. But it simply means your heart isn’t pumping blood as well as it should…
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Optimizing Your Gut Health: Tips, Myths, and the Gut-Brain Connection
Good gut health improves your physical health, mental well-being, and boosts your immunity against infection… You’ve likely had that “gut” feeling about an important decision in your life. But your gut can also alert you to something physical. Your gut is a short name for…
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The Exercise Habit
Daily exercise is a good habit and important for a healthy mind and body… Daily exercise is a good habit and important for a healthy mind and body. Forming healthy habits is easier said than done. Most people want to be healthy. We know the…
