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Brownish-red ibuprofen pills spilling out of a bottle

August 25, 2025/Chronic Pain

Is It Safe To Take Ibuprofen Every Day?

This medication is best used on a limited basis

August 22, 2025/Primary Care

How to Properly Dispose of Out-Of-Date Medications

Authorized take-back programs, services and drop-off locations are the best, safest way to get rid of expired medicine

Person sitting up in bed, under the covers, scrolling on phone and holding a cup of coffee

August 19, 2025/Primary Care

Is Bed Rotting Healthy?

This trendy practice may boost your physical and mental health — but done incorrectly, it could make things worse

Person in bed asleep, wearing a sleep mask over their eyes

August 12, 2025/Primary Care

Did You Know You Can’t Sneeze in Your Sleep? Here’s Why

If you’re sneezing, you’re definitely awake — you just don’t realize it

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Healthcare provider and older patient talking in exam room

August 4, 2025/Primary Care

Concierge Medicine: What Are the Pros and Cons?

The ‘membership medicine’ model offers same-day appointments and increased doctor availability — for a fee

Woman with hair up, leaning over the toilet

July 31, 2025/Primary Care

Wondering What the Color of Your Vomit Means for Your Health? Consult This Chart

Seek emergency care for vomit that’s red, black, brown or resembles coffee grounds

Person with sore throat, standing in their bathroom at home

July 30, 2025/Primary Care

How To Heal a Sore Throat After Throwing Up

Forceful vomiting and stomach acid in your esophagus can cause a sore throat that lasts days or even weeks

Older person standing in living room grasping hip in pain

July 30, 2025/Chronic Pain

What’s the Difference Between Acute and Chronic Pain?

Acute pain goes away with treatment, while chronic pain is long-lasting and can be complex to manage

Person spraying bug repellent on their arm

July 28, 2025/Primary Care

No, Vanilla Extract Isn’t the Mosquito Repellent You’re Looking For

Vanilla extract won’t keep mosquitoes away for long, if at all — and could even attract other bugs, like wasps or flies

Technician with oversized magnifying glass examining oversized vials of blood

July 24, 2025/Primary Care

What Is ‘Golden Blood’? And Why Is It So Rare?

Fewer than 50 people have ever been found to have golden blood, a genetic change that’s also called Rh null blood

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