_ Migraine New Migraine Treatment Approved for Adults By Jane Farrell article The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved Ubrelvy (ubrogepant) tablets for immediate treatment of migraine with or without … Read More→
_ Acne What Is Causing My Acne? By Jane Farrell article For many, pesky pimples and more severe acne breakouts can be unsightly or cause embarrassment. Some people have breakouts consistently … Read More→
_ Sexually Transmitted Infections and STDs Stigma-Free Talk about Genital Herpes By Sondra Forsyth article One aspect of the challenge of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is the stigma. But consensual sexual activity, which is a … Read More→
_ Heart Health Bacteria in Saliva May Be Linked to Heart Disease By Jane Farrell article Bacteria in the saliva of people with clogged arteries appears to be different from that of healthy people, according to … Read More→
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_ Rashes and other Skin Problems (dermatitis, Eczema, rashes) Tips on Five Common Rash-Causing Skin Conditions By Sondra Forsyth article None of us remembers our first case of contact dermatitis ΓÇô diaper rash, that is. But it likely wasnΓÇÖt our … Read More→
_ Flu Are You at High Risk for Flu and Its Complications? By Jane Farrell article Most people who get sick with flu will have mild illness, will not need medical care or antiviral drugs and … Read More→
_ Pregnancy Pregnant? Better Skip the Pain Reliever Acetaminophen By Jane Farrell article A study funded by the National Institute of Health suggests that exposure to acetaminophen in the womb may increase a … Read More→
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_ Hyperhidrosis Don't Sweat It: Help for Hyperhidrosis By Jane Farrell article At least 15 million people in the U.S. experience diminished quality of life due to excessive sweating, or hyperhidrosis. Many … Read More→
_ Heart Health Rejected and Unfilled Prescriptions for New, Pricier Cholesterol Drugs Tied to Higher Heart, Stroke Risk By Jane Farrell article Patients appear to be at higher risk of heart problems or stroke when prescriptions for the newest cholesterol-lowering drugs are … Read More→
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_ Hypertension Heating Pad Can Help with a Type of Blood-Pressure Condition By Jane Farrell article Applying a heating pad overnight may help people with supine hypertension, a condition that causes their blood pressure to increase … Read More→
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