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skin health

Hack Your Health: At-Home Dandruff Remedies

Can a cup of tea, coconut oil, apple cider, and baking soda really help stop dandruff? Our expert explains.
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brain/nerve health

What Parkinson's Disease Is Really Like

Symptom management is key. Here’s how one man manages this lifelong condition.
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chronic diseases/conditions

Why Opioid Addiction Should Be Viewed And Treated Like A Chronic Disease

Treatments for opioid use disorder are well-tested, effective, and safe. The problem is getting past the stigma that comes with asking for help.
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covid

Navigating Coronavirus With A Weakened Immune System

Tips for the immunocompromised in the age of COVID-19.
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covid

I’ve Already Had COVID. Should I Still Get The Vaccine?

A doctor weighs in on if those who have already contracted COVID-19 still need to roll up their sleeve.
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chronic diseases/conditions

Your Questions About Methadone, Answered

An addiction medicine expert explains how the shifting regulations around methadone treatment are a step in the right direction.
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infectious disease

Worried About West Nile? Here's What To Know

Worried about getting bit by a mosquito with West Nile? Learn about the risks and strategies to protect yourself.
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healthy living/fitness

Could Microplastics Impact The Brain?

New research about microplastics suggests they might be reaching parts of the brain. How worried should you be?
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emotional wellness

Everything You Need To Know About Hair Pulling Disorder

What to know about trichotillomania, from someone who has it.
A young woman in her kitchen, clutching her chest in pain.
healthy living/fitness

Why COVID-19 Could Raise Your Heart Attack Risk

Heart attacks for people ages 25-34 went up 30% in the first two years after the pandemic—and COVID-19 is a key factor behind the jump.

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