What It Really Means When Your Pain Medication Stops Working
For people dealing with chronic conditions, daily pain medication may be a key part of treatment. But what does it mean when your pain medication stops working?
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Stories By Emily Rhode
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Blink-182's Mark Hoppus' Cancer Diagnosis Explained
The bassist and singer revealed on social media that he is receiving chemotherapy treatment for cancer, and has many months to go. -
Why Long Workouts Aren't Always Better
Fitting in the recommended amount of daily exercise can feel difficult and overwhelming. The good news is, long workouts may not always be better. -
The Real Reason Not Everyone Can Receive Vaccines
The development of vaccines against deadly diseases has saved countless lives. So what's the real reason not everyone can receive vaccines? -
What To Do If You Need To Give Somebody CPR
Knowing CPR and performing it correctly can make the difference between life and death for someone experiencing cardiac arrest. Here's exactly what to do. -
Why Doing Yard Work Is Good For Your Health
Summer can be a great time to get outside and enjoy the sunshine, and it's also a busy season for lawn care. Why is doing yard work good for your health? -
What Really Happens When You Get The Wind Knocked Out Of You
When the diaphragm is temporarily paralyzed due to a hard blow to the abdomen or chest, it has a hard time expanding and contracting, and breathing is affected. -
The Healthy Food That Can Make Blood Thinners Less Effective
Millions of people take a prescription blood thinner. This healthy food can make their medication less effective. -
How Arthritis May Be Linked To Genetics
Genetics can contribute to whether you get arthritis, and which type you are more likely to experience. -
The Real Reason Some People Think Cilantro Tastes Like Soap
Everyone has taste buds on their tongue that help them detect different flavors. So why do some people detect a soap-like flavor in certain foods like cilantro? -
Is It Possible To Reverse A Cavity?
Good news: If you catch the beginnings of a cavity early on, there's a way to reverse the process. -
What Your Gums Reveal About Your Health
Unhealthy gums can contribute to the development of health problems throughout the body, not just in the mouth. -
This Is What Happens To Your Eyes If You Look At An Eclipse
Looking at a partial solar eclipse without a special filter can cause partial or even full blindness. -
Never Put Vinegar On A Sunburn. Here's Why.
Vinegar can cause a chemical burn that creates further damage to skin beyond the DNA damage from a sunburn: Don't do it! -
Surprising Side Effects Of Metformin
Metformin can help manage type 2 diabetes, but potential serious side effects include blurred vision, irregular heartbeat, slurred speech, and lactic acidosis. -
What You Need To Know About Monoclonal Antibodies For COVID-19
Researchers continue to look for ways to treat COVID-19. One type of therapy that has been used on other viruses is known as monoclonal antibody treatment. -
Symptoms Of UTIs You Shouldn't Ignore
Pay attention to symptoms including frequent and/or strong urges to urinate, pain or burning while urinating, and bloody or cloudy urine. -
How PCOS Can Affect Your Skin
Polycystic ovary syndrome, also known as PCOS, is a disorder that enlarges the ovaries. It can also have quite an impact on your skin. -
Actor Ernie Lively's Cause Of Death Explained
Actor Ernie Lively, father of actress Blake Lively, has died at the age of 74 in Los Angeles. His representative confirmed the retired actor's cause of death. -
Why Some Antihistamines Can Be Risky If You Have High Blood Pressure
If you have high blood pressure, you already know that certain medications are off limits. If you use antihistamines to combat allergies, this too can be risky. -
Is It Safe To Sleep With A Concussion?
A common belief is that you shouldn't fall asleep after experiencing a concussion. But is closing your eyes after hitting your head really that dangerous? -
Why You Shouldn't Take Iron And Calcium Supplements Together
While a balanced diet usually provides our body with enough iron and calcium, if you take supplements, you'll want to know the best and safest way to take them. -
Mistakes You're Making With Antibiotics
While most people think we know how to take antibiotics correctly, there are some things you may be doing wrong that can make them ineffective and dangerous. -
Why It Takes Longer To Heal Broken Bones As An Adult
If you broke a bone as a child, it probably felt like it took forever to heal. However, children generally take less time to heal from broken bones than adults. -
What Does Fat-Soluble Mean In Vitamins?
Foods that are higher in fat tend to be rich in fat-soluble vitamins and these vitamins are absorbed more easily by your body if you eat them with fat -
What Happens To Your Body When You Donate Plasma
Blood plasma donation can mean the difference between life and death for disaster victims or in the event of an emergency, but there are possible side effects. -
What Happens To Your Body When You Donate Eggs
If you decide that becoming an egg donor is right for you, there are some important things that you need to be aware of before starting.
