Various home remedies may help relieve migraine symptoms and help prevent episodes. Examples include dietary changes, essential oils, acupressure, and more. 0 seconds of 0 secondsVolume 0% Migraine episodes are different from other types of headaches. Symptoms of migraine can include: Several medications can help treat or prevent migraine episodes. Natural remedies may be able...
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Listeria outbreak tied to Yu Shang Food leaves California infant dead and 10 people sick
by Jonel Aleccia This illustration, of an artistic recreation that was based upon scanning electron microscopic (SEM) imagery, depicts a three-dimensional (3D), computer-generated image of a grouping of Listeria monocytogenes bacteria. Credit: Jennifer Oosthuizen/CDC via AP, File A California infant has died and at least 10 other people have been sickened in an outbreak of...
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Can you get herpes from kissing?
Herpes can spread through skin-to-skin contact, including kissing and engaging in oral sex with someone who has the virus. The herpes simplex virus (HSV) causes herpes. This article will look at how herpes can spread to others. It will also discuss symptoms, prevention, and the treatment options available. Is it possible? Share on PinterestHerpes can...
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Why asbestos is still being found in some cosmetics
by Ashley Howkins and Lorna Anguilano, The Conversation Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Asbestos, a notorious carcinogen, was in widespread use throughout the 20th century—from building materials to brake pads and even fake snow on film sets including The Wizard of Oz and White Christmas. In the 1960s, a link was established between asbestos exposure and mesothelioma, an incurable cancer that primarily affects...
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You Could Be Treating Your Cuts the Wrong Way
Don’t “air it out.” Put down the hydrogen peroxide. Here’s what to do to prevent infection and hasten healing. By Ashley Abramson October 26, 2024 Photo: Getty Images Cuts, or wounds that break the skin, are one of the most common injuries. They can vary in severity, but most minor wounds can usually be treated at home without...
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Now carrots too? Expert discusses why there have been so many food recalls lately
by Erin Kayata, Northeastern University Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain It seems like every day there is a new food recall. This time, it’s carrots. Multiple brands of the vegetable sold across 18 states have been recalled due to possible E.coli contamination, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The 39 cases were reported across 18 states, resulting...
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Cholesterol: Know your numbers suggests cardiologist
by Mayo Clinic News Network Credit: Pixabay/CC0 Public Domain Cholesterol is a type of fat in our blood. Our bodies need a small amount of cholesterol to build the structure of cell membranes, make certain hormones and help with metabolism, such as producing vitamin D. The catch: We don’t need too much cholesterol. ADVERTISING Atherosclerosis,...
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Is Cognitive Decline a Normal Part of the Aging Process?
Posted Today As we get older, it’s normal for our thinking and memory skills to change, and there is a common misconception that a decline in mental faculties is somehow an acceptable facet of the aging process. While some decline is expected, how much is normal? Understanding what’s considered a typical part of aging versus potential...
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Exercising with heart failure: Best exercises and tips
by Mike Clark, Rush University Medical Center A cardiac rehab patient exercises on an elliptical training machine at Rush. Credit: Rush University Medical Center We know that exercise is good for our hearts and overall health. But is that true for people living with heart failure? And if it is, how should they start exercising? The...
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Does vitamin C help us when we’re sick? A physician explains
by Mayo Clinic News Network Credit: Unsplash/CC0 Public Domain Vitamin C supports our immune systems, helps our bodies heal wounds, protects our joints and contributes to collagen formation, the main protein in the body. Vitamin C is an antioxidant that helps protect your cells against what are called free radicals, which are produced when your...