health

A Shot in the Arm for the Brain

Vaccines offer disease protection and may also help prevent dementia.

February 6, 2023

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Know the Signs of Sepsis

Infections can turn into this deadly condition.

January 30, 2023

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Why You Feel Faint

That out-of-whack sensation can result from an imbalance between the sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous systems.

January 23, 2023

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Gut Reactions

Our unique microbiomes can alter the effects of prescription drugs and vice versa.

January 16, 2023

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When to Call 911

How to recognize an emergency.

January 9, 2023

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Alcoholism 2023

Exploring the perplexing attitudes toward alcoholism and addiction.

January 2, 2023

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Covid-19: A Year-End Wrap-Up

The good and not-as-good news, plus hope for the future.

December 19, 2022

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Dieting Theories Updated

Debunking intermittent fasting and why you may need to consume more protein.

December 12, 2022

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Sound’s Effects

Sound baths may be more spiritual practice than medical therapy, but some studies suggest health benefits, such as reduced stress and anxiety.

December 5, 2022

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Forest Bathing: Getting Back to Nature

Find awe in your surroundings.

November 28, 2022

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Why Your Stomach Hurts

A type of bacteria called H.pylori may be irritating your stomach lining.

November 21, 2022

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Do You Need That Surgery?

Whether that medical treatment is necessary or not. It depends.

November 14, 2022

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Speech Stumbles

John Fetterman, Gaby Giffords and Bruce Willis all suffer from different types of aphasia.

November 7, 2022

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Herschel Walker’s Alternate Personalities

The Republican candidate for the Senate in Georgia blames his bad behavior on Dissociative Identity Disorder.

October 24, 2022

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The Inscrutable Universe of Drug Pricing

Medication costs are not only out of control, they’re also almost impossible to comprehend.

October 17, 2022

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Toxic Beauty

Buyer beware. Your makeup may have hidden dangers.

October 10, 2022

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Pelvic Discomfort, UTIs and Nocturia

Post-menopausal or not, don’t put off a gynecological exam.

October 3, 2022

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Red-Eye Alert

Repeated use of redness-relief eyedrops can be counter-productive.

September 26, 2022

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