The leading causes of death in the United States (U.S.) are heart disease and strokes.…
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Can I Take This Drug While Pregnant?
When pregnant, chances are you will have a lot of questions. One of them shouldn’t be “can I take this…
“When your whole body is a giant toothache, nothing fixes it,” observes Charley Pavlosky, 65, recalling the systemic pain that…
Companies that Market Acetaminophen are Being Sued by Families of Children With Autism and ADHD More than 100 families of…
Chronic Migraine headaches continue to be one of the most complex conditions to manage. Although the first diagnosis was nearly…
“When your whole body is a giant toothache, nothing fixes it,” observes Charley Pavlosky, 65, recalling the systemic pain that…
A Look at Over-Prescribing Prescription Opioids
The US is in the throes of a drug overdose crisis. “Morphine [an opiate] and other prescription-painkiller abuse is more…
Brandy Gomez-Duplessis started using CBD hemp oil in 2017 to treat chronic pain caused by a host of illnesses –…
PCOS Management and the Challenge of Meds
Mother-of-four Kate Leighton, 43, found out she had PCOS (polycystic ovary syndrome) as a teenager. Although physicians had recommended various…
Gabapentin’s Side Effect Risks
Gabapentin (Neurontin, Lyrica) can be effective but the side effects can be “horrible.” And there are specific risks for 15-24-year olds.
The Problem with Muscle Relaxants
The problem with muscle relaxants — and it’s a big problem — is this: Although the drugs are effective and…
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