Category: Health and Wellness - Page 2

Color Blindness: Understanding Red-Green Defects and How They’re Passed Down

24Nov
Color Blindness: Understanding Red-Green Defects and How They’re Passed Down

Red-green color blindness affects 8% of men and 0.5% of women due to X-linked genetic inheritance. Learn how it works, why it's more common in men, and how to adapt - not just live with it.

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How to Prevent Non-Adherence to Medication During Life Transitions and Stress

22Nov
How to Prevent Non-Adherence to Medication During Life Transitions and Stress

Learn how to keep taking your medication during life changes like moving, job shifts, or divorce. Evidence-based strategies to prevent non-adherence when stress hits hardest.

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How to Prepare for and Ask the Right Questions About Medications with Your OB/GYN

20Nov
How to Prepare for and Ask the Right Questions About Medications with Your OB/GYN

Learn how to prepare for your OB/GYN appointment with a complete medication list, ask the right questions about pregnancy-safe drugs, and avoid common mistakes that could affect your baby’s health.

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Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis (AGEP): What You Need to Know About This Rapid-Onset Drug Rash

17Nov
Acute Generalized Exanthematous Pustulosis (AGEP): What You Need to Know About This Rapid-Onset Drug Rash

AGEP is a rare but serious drug rash that causes sudden, widespread pustules on red skin. It requires immediate discontinuation of the triggering medication and often resolves within two weeks. Learn the signs, causes, and treatment options.

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Fiber for GI Health: Soluble vs. Insoluble Choices

14Nov
Fiber for GI Health: Soluble vs. Insoluble Choices

Learn how soluble and insoluble fiber work differently in your gut to support digestion, blood sugar, and microbiome health. Discover which foods to eat, how to avoid bloating, and why supplements aren't the answer.

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Sleep Apnea and Opioids: How Pain Medications Increase Nighttime Oxygen Drops

1Nov
Sleep Apnea and Opioids: How Pain Medications Increase Nighttime Oxygen Drops

Opioids can severely disrupt breathing during sleep, causing dangerous drops in oxygen levels. Learn how pain medications increase the risk of nighttime hypoxia and what steps you can take to protect yourself.

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How Probiotics Affect Allergies and Asthma: What Science Says

30Oct
How Probiotics Affect Allergies and Asthma: What Science Says

Probiotics may help reduce allergy and asthma symptoms by balancing gut bacteria and calming immune overreactions. Learn which strains work, how to use them, and what science says about their real-world impact.

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Syphilis Stigma: How to Break Down Barriers to Treatment

21Oct
Syphilis Stigma: How to Break Down Barriers to Treatment

Explore how social stigma blocks syphilis testing and treatment, and discover clear actions for individuals, communities, and policymakers to break down those barriers.

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How Chronic Hepatitis C Affects Your Vision and Eye Health

20Oct
How Chronic Hepatitis C Affects Your Vision and Eye Health

Explore how chronic hepatitis C can damage vision, the eye conditions linked to it, and what you can do to protect your eye health.

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Ferrous Sulfate vs. Other Iron Supplements: Detailed Comparison

18Oct
Ferrous Sulfate vs. Other Iron Supplements: Detailed Comparison

A detailed comparison of ferrous sulfate with other iron supplements, covering absorption, side effects, dosage, cost, and tips for choosing the best option.

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