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January 20, 2025/Women's Health

When You Should See a Doctor About Menopause (or Perimenopause) Symptoms

Missed periods, heavy periods, painful sex and frequent hot flashes are just a few symptoms worth discussing with your provider

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January 20, 2025/Pregnancy & Childbirth

Botox and Pregnancy: Is It Safe?

Botox isn’t your best choice during pregnancy — try topical vitamin C and moisturizers in the meantime

January 20, 2025/Women's Health

Intrauterine Devices (IUDs) and Your Period

IUDs can make your period lighter, heavier, irregular or stop it completely

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January 20, 2025/Cold, Flu & Respiratory Illnesses

Should You Keep Using a CPAP Machine While Sick?

It’s OK if congestion forces you to take a break from using this breathing device

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January 17, 2025/Sleep

How To Fix Your Sleep Schedule

A regular sleep schedule is essential to your well-being — be consistent and take time to wind down

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January 17, 2025/Infectious Disease

Dirty Secret: Your Watch Wristband Is Probably Home to Bacteria

Researchers found potentially harmful germs on 95% of wristbands

January 17, 2025/Heart Health

Taking a Statin? Here’s Why You Don’t Need CoQ10 Supplements

There’s not enough evidence to show that this supplement has any effect on muscle aches from cholesterol-lowering meds

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January 17, 2025/Primary Care

What Is a ‘Boxed Warning’ on Medications?

‘Black box warnings’ on medications outline potential risks and important instructions

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January 16, 2025/Chronic Pain

3 Ways Alcohol May Be Contributing to Your Back Pain

Drinking alcohol can cause nerve pain, dehydration and weight gain, which can all lead to back pain

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January 16, 2025/Brain & Nervous System

Scent and Sensibility: The Link Between Smell and Memory

The brain areas that process smell are closely connected to those responsible for our memories and emotions