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Safety With Prescription Medications Can Save a LifeDo you know what prescription medications you are taking and their interactions? Use these safety tips with your doctor and pharmacist to become a safe consumer.
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SAMe Can Be an Effective Natural Alternative to NSAIDs for ArthritisHere's what you need to know if you are considering taking SAMe for arthritis or depression.
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Does Grapefruit Juice Affect Birth Control Pill Use?Grapefruit juice seems like a healthy juice. Does it affect birth control pill use? Here’s what all women using the pill should know.
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Male Birth Control Pills Could Hit Shelves SoonThe majority of birth control relies on a woman's use. However, a new pill is in the process of being tested to be used as a male birth control pill.
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Antibiotics and Weight Gain: Is There a Link?Do antibiotics cause us to gain weight? Here we will explore this question and look at whether this type of medication may lead to a larger waist. -
The Effects of Alcohol on a Teenager’s BrainTeens may rationalize some drinking as being OK because the adults do it. The effects on their brains, though, are far different.
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Possible Consequences of Combining Aleve and TylenolDo you regularly combine Aleve and Tylenol? If so, there are some possible consequences that you need to know about.
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Can I Use My Epi-Pen While Pregnant?Epinephrine causes your heart to race, leaving less oxygen for your fetus - is the Epi-Pen injection worth the risk? -
Getting Your Vitamin D in a Northern ClimateThe safest and best way to get Vitamin D is the natural way, from the sun. Even if you live in the upper latitudes, it can be done!
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Five Signs of Prescription Pain Medication AddictionEven if a patient suffers from legitimate pain, he or she may become addicted to his or her pain medication. Here are five signs of addiction to watch for in yourself and others while being treated with pain medication. -
How to Minimize the Side Effects of Common PainkillersPainkillers can make oral surgery, broken bones and other common ailments bearable, but the side effects of these medications can be uncomfortable and frightening. Here are simple ways to minimize common side effects of painkillers.
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Learning About Bladder-Control MedicationsHave you considered a bladder-control medication? Before you get that prescription filled, it is important to learn about the types available and what they do.
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The Dangers of Calcium and Vitamin D SupplementsCalcium and Vitamin D are necessary for good bone health, but too much can compromise your heart. Strike a balance with wise choices and good diet, and reap the full benefits of these important nutrients.
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Your Prescription Medication Could Get You FiredNot all employers are equal opportunity when it comes to prescription medications. Here we will discuss this issue that you need to know about. -
Off-Label Use of Prescription MedicationNot all medication side effects are negative. In fact, some older medications that have been tried and tested have side effects that are beneficial to patients, but aren't necessarily how the manufacturer intended the drug to be used. This is 'off-label'.
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Should You Switch Birth Control Pills?When taken correctly each day, birth control pills offer very effective protection against unplanned pregnancy. But if you find that your birth control pills are not working for you, should you switch?
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5 Health Problems You Can Treat with Lemon JuiceRead this informative article and find out 5 health problems you can treat with lemon juice. -
Natural Anti-Anxiety OptionsYou don't need a prescription to treat your anxiety. Learn about other alternatives to bring up during your next doctor's visit.
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Natural Sleep Aids and SedativesWant to get some shuteye? There are natural sleep aids and sedatives that can help due the trick without risking the dependence and cost of prescription sedatives.
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Spinal Stenosis | Doctor Review | Raleigh | Shirley Can Sleep AgainShirley had spinal stenosis as a result of 3 bulging discs pinching the sciatic nerve resulting in left hip pain and numbness in her leg. Triangle Disc Care 2413 Blue Ridge Rd Raleigh, NC 27607 (919) 571-2515 http://www.triangledisc.com/decompression.php
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Keeping Your Baby's Teeth HealthyWhen should I brush my baby’s teeth? When should my baby start seeing a dentist? I don’t see any teeth yet – is something wrong? Many good parents want to maintain their child’s oral health, but they have questions. Here are some answers.
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What to Expect From Cancer Treatment With HerceptinHerceptin has significantly improved outcomes for people with Her2+ cancers. Here's what to expect when your are receiving Herceptin. -
Giving Birth Without an EpiduralIn a society where epidurals are the norm, I tell you why I chose NOT to have pain medications for my second child's birth, and how I achieved my goal.
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Alprazolam (Xanax®) Withdrawal SymptomsAlprazolam (Xanax®) can help relieve symptoms of anxiety disorders. It needs to be tapered off gradually to avoid painful withdrawal symptoms.
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Maca is Peru’s Natural ViagraPeru is home to numerous beneficial plants, including maca, a legendary sex-enhancing root passed down from the Inca. I’d heard about maca for years.
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Megace Causing Frequent Urination and Night SweatsMegace has a mile-long list of potential side effects and I was fortunate enough to not experience the majority of them. However, frequent urination (especially at night) and night sweats are something that started from day one and just never stopped.
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Comparison of Iron Supplements for Gastric Bypass PatientsThe ASMBS recommends that all gastric bypass patients take supplemental iron. Here are some of your options from which to choose.
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Comparison of Chewable Calcium Citrate Supplements for Gastric Bypass PatientsThe American Society for Metabolic and Bariatric Surgery advises gastric bypass patients to supplement their diets with 1500 to 2000 mg calcium citrate per day. Here are some of the best chewable calcium citrate supplements available.
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Acid Indigestion or a Peptic Ulcer?If you are having an upset stomack or heartburn you may be wondering if you are having food indigestion or you may have a peptic ulcer. Keep reading, you may find the answer here.
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New Research Shows the ‘Morning-After Pill’ Could Treat Uterine FibroidsCould the ‘morning-after pill’ be a possible treatment option for women with uterine fibroids? Here’s what two new studies have found.
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Home Grown Facials : MoisturizeNatural ways to moisturize the skin.
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Home Grown Facials : ExfoliationIngredients which will help to exfoliate skin naturally.
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Where Are You Mr.Yuk?A funny poem aboout that famous green sticker that used to keep us children away from ingesting bad chemicals in our cabinets.
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Calcium Supplements Gastric Bypass Patients Should AvoidIt's important for gastric bypass patients to take a calcium supplement, but all calcium supplements are not the same. Here are some specific brands to avoid, as they will not provide the type of calcium gastric bypass patients need.
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Three Effective Over-the-Counter Sleep AidsAlthough there are many prescription sleep aids available, these sleep aids often come with unpleasant side effects. There are some more mild over-the-counter medications available to help you get to sleep.
