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How Masks Work: What You Should Know About Them

Masking can help reduce the spread of respiratory illnesses in certain situations

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September 19, 2025/Primary Care

Hemophilia A vs. B: What’s the Difference?

Hemophilia A and B are both inherited blood-clotting disorders — the difference is in clotting proteins

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September 18, 2025/Primary Care

What’s the Placebo Effect? Why It Happens and Examples

This phenomenon is when your high expectations can influence how well a medication or procedure works

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September 2, 2025/Children's Health

Here’s What You Need To Know About the Connection Between Autism and OCD

Autism and OCD often co-occur, but distinguishing between them is crucial for successful treatment

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September 2, 2025/Children's Health

Think You’re Autistic? Why You Shouldn’t Diagnose Yourself With an Online Quiz

Quiz results are unreliable and don’t grant you access to autism resources or support

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August 26, 2025/Primary Care

Visceral Fat vs. Subcutaneous Fat: What Are They?

Visceral fat surrounds your organs and can be more detrimental to your health

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August 25, 2025/Chronic Pain

Is It Safe To Take Ibuprofen Every Day?

This medication is best used on a limited basis

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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How to Properly Dispose of Out-Of-Date Medications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

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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

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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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