Tag: Concerning Symptoms

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Treating and Preventing ACL Injuries

If you’re a sports fan, odds are you’ve probably seen an athlete suffer an ACL injury. Do you know what that acronym means? Knowing what it is can help you avoid one yourself.

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Life After Stroke: Expert Recovery Advice

Are you or a loved one recovering from a stroke? There are important steps individuals need to take. Learn more about the post-stroke recovery process.

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The Relationship Between Diabetes and Stroke

There is a strong connection between living with diabetes and having a stroke. Being aware of the risk factors, how the two health issues are related, and ways to prevent both can benefit anyone concerned about developing diabetes or having a stroke.

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Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis: How Can It Affect Your Thyroid Gland?

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis can cause the thyroid gland to make fewer hormones your body needs for some of its most important functions. This condition is known as hypothyroidism or underactive thyroid. Fortunately, treatment is available to replace one of these essential substances so you can manage an underactive thyroid.

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Wondering What to Eat When You’re Sick? Try These Comforting Foods.

If you’re feeling under the weather, getting the right nutrition takes on a new importance. Find out which foods may help you feel better when you’re feeling sick.

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6 Things to Know About Heart Failure and Mental Health

While heart conditions and mental health concerns seem entirely separate, issues with one can cause challenges in the other.

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Uterine Cancer and Chemical Hair Straighteners

Among the many unique health care challenges that women face throughout their lives, a new concern is growing about the connection between the chemical hair straighteners that some women use and the development of uterine cancer.

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Frequent Urination: When Diabetes and Menopause Affect the Bladder

Women who urinate too frequently may not know that Type 2 diabetes and menopause are common causes of their condition. Fortunately, there are many solutions for treating frequent urination, regardless of the reason.

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6 Surprising Foods with Caffeine—and What to Do When You’ve Had Too Much

Caffeine can impact your sleep and make you anxious, and considering there are so many drinks and foods with caffeine, you may not realize how much you’re consuming.

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Recognizing Dehydration Symptoms in Athletes

Athletes of every age, ability and activity are at risk of experiencing dehydration symptoms. Maintaining proper hydration before, during and after exercise is key to performing your best and getting the greatest benefit out of your workouts.