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Jeremy Brown

What Pregnant Women Need To Consider When Dealing With Chronic Skin Disorders

During pregnancy, women can go through several skin changes. In fact, there are factors to consider when dealing with chronic skin disorders while pregnant.

Erin Marie

How Keeping Your Dog Or Cat Away From The Bedroom Can Give You A Better Night's Sleep

Do you take your pet to bed with you at night? If so, you may not be getting a good night's sleep. Here's why you may want to keep your pet out of the bedroom.

Erin Marie

What It Means When Your Neck Pain Shoots Down Your Arm

Do you experience neck pain shooting down your arm? Here's what could be causing it, and how it might be treated.

Joanna Marie

How To Quickly Decongest Your Nose Without Medication

Nasal congestion occurs when the nasal cavity is swollen and there is a buildup of mucus. These are some ways to quickly decongest your nose without medication.

a woman with sore feet takes off high heels

Brynna Standen

Is TikTok's Lidocaine Hack For Wearing Heels Actually Safe?

Users on TikTok have been sharing that they spray lidocaine on their feet to avoid pain from wearing high heels, but is this hack safe? We've got the scoop.

woman turning away from man with bad breath

Joanna Marie

When To See A Dentist For Bad Breath

Occasional bad breath is normal, but persistent bad breath might be caused by a more serious health condition. Here's when to see a dentist for your bad breath.

Joanna Marie

Smoking Isn't The Only Risk For Women When It Comes To Lung Cancer

Cigarette smoking accounts for up to 90% of all lung cancer deaths in the United States. In addition to smoking, however, there are other risk factors to watch.

Jeremy Brown

How To Make A Colonoscopy Prep A More Tolerable Experience

Aside from the procedure, a colonoscopy prep triggers the most anxiety for some people. Luckily, there are ways to make the experience more tolerable.

Brynna Standen

Mouth Taping: Why You Should Talk To Your Doctor Before Trying The Viral Sleep Trend

Mouth taping is a sleep hack being recommended in order to force nasal breathing, but is this hack safe to try? You should talk to your doctor first.

Erin Marie

Pediatric Infectious Disease Expert Shares Tips On How To Prevent Norovirus In Children

In the U.S., there are about 2,500 annual norovirus outbreaks. This is what an infectious disease expert says can help prevent its spread in children.

Erin Demmer

How To Determine If The 'Damp Lifestyle' Is Right For You

The "damp lifestyle" was popularized on TikTok as a way to strike a balance when drinking. You might want to know if the lifestyle would work well for you.

Jeremy Brown

Is It Safe To Drink Alcohol On Lexapro?

Lexapro is commonly used to treat anxiety and depression, but is it safe to drink alcohol while you're taking this drug?

Joanna Marie

What Side Effects Can You Expect On A Long-Term Course Of Antibiotics?

Antibiotics are known for their ability to kill or inhibit the growth of bacteria. However, they can cause side effects, which can occur from long-term use.

Beth Bradford

Is Drinking In Moderation Possible With An Alcohol Use Disorder?

Once someone seeks treatment for AUD, it's critical for their recovery to give up alcohol. But, for some with AUD, could moderate drinking be possible?

Joanna Marie

Why Endometriosis Can Be So Hard To Treat

Though as many as 10% of women have endometriosis, the condition remains hard to diagnose and treat. Why is this?

Beth Bradford

Fasting Headache Pain: Prevention Tips And How To Get Relief

A remedy for fasting headache pain is to eat, but that might not be possible for some. However, there are ways to prevent fasting headaches and get relief.

Donna Pudelwitts

Can Laughing Too Hard Be Dangerous For Your Health?

With laughter being such an integral part of being human, can it have some negative effects? Here are some potential downsides to side-splitting laughter.

Robin Rothstein

3D Imaging May Be The Future Of Effective Mammograms

While 2D mammograms are the current standard of care in detecting breast cancer, they may be replaced by 3D mammograms in the future. Here's what research says.

Erin Marie

Can You Still Work Out With A UTI? Yes, With Caveats

If you have a UTI, you can still exercise safely while you're healing -- but there are some things to keep in mind.

Robert Iafelice

Oral Flagyl Explained: Usage, Doses, And Side Effects

Aside from treating infections, oral Flagyl can be used to reduce the risk of post-surgical infections. Learn more about its usage, doses, and side effects.

Joanna Marie

Manage Your Eczema The Right Way During Warmer Trigger Months

Summertime can be challenging for those with eczema, but knowing summer triggers and how to cope with them can help. Read on to learn more.

Erin Demmer

A Good Night's Sleep Might Make Your COVID Vaccine More Effective

Researchers sought to understand whether the quality of sleep following COVID-19 vaccination could be related to vaccine effectiveness. Here's what they found.

Joanna Marie

How To Prevent A Crohn's Disease Flare-Up

Crohn's disease is a chronic inflammatory condition, and while there's no cure, a treatment plan can help manage symptoms and prevent flare-ups.

Joanna Marie

Can You Take Prednisone While Breastfeeding?

If you're breastfeeding and take prednisone, you may wonder about its safety and impact on breast milk. Here's what you should know.

Robin Rothstein

Could A Bird Flu Shot Someday Be On Your Vaccine Checklist?

Avian flu has come under increasing scrutiny due to fears that it may mutate and spread among humans. Might a future vaccine provide protection?

Joanna Marie

Are There Risks To Mixing Alcohol And SNRIs?

Those prescribed SNRI medications may wonder if it's safe to drink alcohol while taking them. Here's what you need to know.

Heather Collins

Wegovy Explained: Uses, Dosage, And Side Effects

The urgency to find effective obesity treatments has never been greater. Wegovy, a type of weight management medication, has emerged as a promising option.