How to identify a grass allergy
Many people across the world have a grass allergy. Despite the name, a person has an allergic response not to the grass itself but to the pollen that it releases. People may also refer to a grass allergy as seasonal allergic rhinitis or hay fever. Hay fever occurs when a person’s immune system mistakes a […]
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Fertility Drugs
If you’re a woman with infertility issues, your doctor may prescribe medicine to help you get pregnant. These meds, called fertility drugs, work by causing your body to release hormones that trigger or regulate ovulation — the release of an egg from your ovary. Even if you already use another method to boost your chances […]
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11 Healthy Grilling Tips for the Best Barbecue Ever
When you’re trying to eat nutritiously, grilling can be an excellent way to prepare meat, chicken, fish and veggies. But, as easy as grilling can be, you should follow some precautions to ensure your healthy meal isn't causing you unwanted harm. Whether you’re lighting up the outdoor grill or putting that indoor grill pan to […]
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Celebrate Mother’s Day the Healthy Way
Pamper her, show her how much you care: Moms everywhere deserve to be treated specially on Mother’s Day. Whether you’re celebrating your mom or another special woman in your life, what better way to mark her special day than by showing her you support her efforts to improve her diet and her health? You see, […]
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Telemedicine Makes a Comeback as Contactless Doctor Visits Rise During Covid-19
For a follow-up visit after her recent cancer surgery, Gail Rae-Garwood opted for a video consultation with her specialist, avoiding a long journey — and potential exposure to COVID-19 in medical offices. “I am so thankful not to have to go out that I’ve enrolled my grumpy husband into tele-visits, too,” said the 73-year-old Arizona […]
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Telemedicine benefits: For patients and professionals
Telemedicine is a method of providing medical care remotely, usually through video chat. Telemedicine offers a range of benefits for both patients and healthcare providers. It is possible to access a wide range of care options through telemedicine services, including primary care consultations, psychotherapy, physical therapy, and even some emergency services. What is telemedicine? Telemedicine […]
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How to treat a dry cough in children
There are a variety of conditions that cause a dry cough in a child. A common cold and cough are not usually a reason for a caregiver to be concerned, but they should seek help if the cough becomes chronic. It is important that a parent or caregiver takes note of other symptoms that are accompanying […]
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Coronavirus Myths Explored
As the coronavirus continues to make the news, a host of untruths has surrounded the topic. In this special feature, we address some of these myths and conspiracies. A variety of myths have sprung up around the novel coronavirus. For live updates on the latest developments regarding the novel coronavirus and COVID-19, click here. The […]
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Reducing Drug Costs Is More Than Slashing Prices
Starting a fresh, new year with resolutions to improve our health and be smarter with our money is a time-honored American tradition. Keeping these resolutions is usually a matter of personal discipline. We can only blame ourselves for slipping, and getting back on track is up to us, too. Unfortunately, that satisfying sense of self-reliance […]
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Use Medicines Safely
The Basics Medicines can help you feel better and get well when you are sick. But if you don’t follow the directions, medicines can hurt you. You can lower your chances of side effects from medicines by carefully following the directions on the medicine label or from your pharmacist, doctor, or nurse. Side effects may […]
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