Knee problems tend to flare up as you age – an orthopedic specialist explains available treatment options
Knee problems can hinder mobility and erode your quality of life. Witthaya Prasongsin/Moment via Getty ImagesKnee injuries are common in athletes, accounting for 41% of all athletic injuries. But knee ...
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In hundreds of communities across the US, finding a dentist is like pulling teeth − but in 14 states, dental therapists are filling the gap
Experts recommend getting a dental checkup twice a year. Julia Burmistrova/Moment via Getty ImagesFor more than 50 million Americans, finding a dentist is a difficult – in some cases, impossible ...
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Military veterans are disproportionately affected by suicide, but targeted prevention can help reverse the tide
Mounting evidence shows that veterans need targeted suicide prevention services. adamkaz/E+ via Getty ImagesAmerica’s military veterans make up about 6% of the adult population but account for about 20% of ...
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Halloween candy binges can overload your gut microbiome – a gut doctor explains how to minimize spooking your helpful bacteria
It's probably best to enjoy your Halloween spoils in moderation. Jupiterimages/The Image Bank via Getty ImagesEach October, as the days shorten and the air grows crisp, millions of Americans prepare ...
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Doctors are preoccupied with threats of criminal charges in states with abortion bans, putting patients’ lives at risk
The study took place in Tennessee, a state that has had a near-total ban on abortions since 2022. Anchiy/E+ via Getty ImagesAbortion bans are intended to reduce elective abortions, but ...
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Tiny airborne particles within air pollution could be a silent killer – new study uncovers hidden risks and reveals who’s most at risk in New York state
Ultrafine particles stem from a variety of natural and human-made sources, including vehicle exhaust. Joe Raedle/Getty ImagesLong-term high ultrafine particle concentrations in New York state neighborhoods are linked to higher ...
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Philly hospitals test new strategy for ‘tranq dope’ withdrawal – and it keeps patients from walking out before their treatment is done
Patients suffering withdrawal from fentanyl and xylazine can require intensive care. SDI Productions/E+ Collection via Getty ImagesUnimaginable pain and restlessness. Vomiting so frequent and forceful that it can perforate the ...
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Happiness class is helping clinically depressed school teachers become emotionally healthy − with a cheery assist from Aristotle
This course is more than just suggesting that you 'cheer up' and 'look on the bright side.' akinbostanci/E+ via Getty Images Uncommon Courses is an occasional series from The Conversation ...
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Buyer beware: Off-brand Ozempic, Zepbound and other weight loss products carry undisclosed risks for consumers
In just a few years, brand-name injectable drugs such as Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and Zepbound have rocketed to fame as billion-dollar annual sellers for weight loss as well as to ...
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Gut microbe imbalances could predict a child’s risk for autism, ADHD and speech disorders years before symptoms appear
Microbes can influence the connection between the gut and the brain. JDawnInk/DigitalVision Vectors via Getty ImagesEarly screening for neurodevelopmental disorders such as autism is important to ensure children have the ...
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