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Why Mosquitoes Bite Some People and Not Others
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Mosquitoes --- they’re like little flying specks of terror that sneak up on you when you least expect it to snack on your blood. They can carry diseases, although most of the time they just leave an itchy spot on your skin for a few days. Seriously --- it itches like crazy. We’re pretty sure mosquitoes aren’t going to win any popularity contests.If you’re feeling like you are a skeeter magnet, it’s... 4/23/2025 4:00:00 AM
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The Eye Exam That Detects Signs of Alzheimer's Disease
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The eyes might be the window to the soul, but they can offer surprising insights to your health, too. A new take on an old eye exam may be able to tell if someone has Alzheimer’s disease.An imaging technique called OCT angiography, which takes pictures of blood vessels and nerves in the back of the eye, may be able to detect early Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers have found that similar vascular changes... 4/23/2025 4:00:00 AM
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How a Partner Impacts Our Health
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As we are growing up, our parents influence our health, from how much they encourage us to exercise to the food they provide. As adults, we take charge of our well-being. Or do we? Researchers have discovered surprising evidence that our spouses and domestic partners might also impact our wellbeing to a degree we've never quite realized. What Research Reveals About Couples’ Health Our medical system... 4/21/2025 4:00:00 AM
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Low-Dose Aspirin Linked to Internal Bleeding in the Skull
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Over the past several decades, doctors have routinely prescribed a daily aspirin for patients at risk for cardiovascular incidents. However, studies have shown that low-dose aspirin therapy may not be for everyone. In certain individuals, the risks --- such as internal bleeding in the skull --- often outweigh the rewards. The findings have prompted the American Heart Association to issue guidelines... 4/18/2025 4:00:00 AM
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Can Nutritional Psychiatry Improve Your Health?
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It’s no secret that nutrition is important to our wellbeing. Nor is it a secret that mental health can affect physical health. So, what about blending these two aspects of health together? That’s where nutritional psychiatry comes in, and it just may be our ticket to a higher level of wellness. The Role of Nutrition in Good Health Researchers have long said that proper nutrition matters when it comes... 4/18/2025 4:00:00 AM
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Hair Dye and Your Breast Cancer Risk
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Many factors determine our risk of breast cancer. Some factors we cannot control, such as our age. But there are also controllable factors, such as smoking. Could our hair color choices be one of those controllable factors? A recent study found a link between hair dye products and breast cancer risk. Controllable Breast Cancer Risk Factors Understanding controllable breast cancer risk factors may help... 4/17/2025 4:00:00 AM
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5 Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure Without Medication
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Some people have a genetic predisposition that will at some point impact their blood pressure readings. Others have problems due to diet, weight or other medical factors. The good news is there are some things you can do to lower your blood pressure without necessarily relying on medications. Potassium-Rich FoodsAdd foods rich in potassium to your regular diet. Potassium helps to regulate your blood... 4/16/2025 4:00:00 AM
5 Ways to Get the Most Out of Your Doctor Appointments
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Although it's true that doctors are in charge at all times, it's up to you as a patient to make sure that you get the most from each doctor's visit. Think of yourself as a new recruit at a military training facility and the doctor as the base commander. I'm tempted to say the "drill sergeant" but "base commander" is more applicable since the latter is more likely to consider something you may think... 4/15/2025 4:00:00 AM
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Early Ingrown Toenail Treatment Could Help You Avoid Surgery – Here's Why
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If left untreated, you would find that ingrown toenails, a common but sometimes disregarded foot ailment, can progress from mild discomfort to agonizing pain and infection. Thus, in order to effectively manage this illness, you need to seek early intervention. This will not only prevent surgical procedures but also provide you relief from severe pain. So, let's learn more about early treatment of the... 4/14/2025 4:00:00 AM
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8 Vitamins That Help Fight Anxiety
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Anyone who has bouts of temporary or chronic anxiety is not alone. Millions of people suffer from anxiety, due to either situational, physical, physiological or mental health challenges. Some people deal with their anxiety as best they can, on their own, others see a doctor, who might prescribe a drug such as Valium, Xanax or an anti-depressant. These drugs might do well at reducing the more immediate... 4/14/2025 4:00:00 AM
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