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Sensitive Stomachs: Secrets to Gas Control

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Gas can often accompany diarrhea, making an uncomfortable situation even worse. Here’s how to make your GI tract behave better. source https://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/features/secrets-gas-control?src=RSS_PUBLIC

What is Ketamine? How it Works and May Help With Severe Depression

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Is ketamine a treatment for depression? What are the risks? Learn about the uses, benefits, and side effects of ketamine. source https://www.webmd.com/depression/features/what-does-ketamine-do-your-brain?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Dietary Supplements: Which Work? Who’s Minding the Store?

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Even though they're popular, some kinds of supplements have not been proven to work and some may be harmful. Here's how to know if your supplements are doing what they claim. source https://www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/news/20231228/dietary-supplements-which-work-and-which-dont?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Can You Really Know What to Expect in the Long Haul?

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Ulcerative colitis is a relapsing-remitting disease, so it’s hard to predict symptoms over time. Here’s what to expect and how to recognize remission. source https://www.webmd.com/ibd-crohns-disease/ulcerative-colitis/features/long-haul-expectations-uc?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Is That Hum Keeping You Up? Here's How to Get Better Sleep

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Experts provide tips on how to avoid low-frequency noise while traveling for the holidays. source https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/news/20231227/how-to-prevent-noises-from-keeping-you-awake?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Racial and Ethnic Disparities in RRMM

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Learn more about how racial and ethnic disparities affect relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM) outcomes. source https://www.webmd.com/cancer/multiple-myeloma/features/race-disparity-rrmm?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Newest Treatments for RRMM

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The latest advances in treatments for relapsed/refractory multiple myeloma (RRMM) include medicines that better target myeloma cells. Learn more. source https://www.webmd.com/cancer/multiple-myeloma/features/new-treatment-rrmm?src=RSS_PUBLIC

My Journey With Differentiated Thyroid Cancer

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A diagnosis of differentiated thyroid cancer, either follicular or papillary, can be difficult to hear. One patient talks about her treatment and life after a thyroidectomy. source https://www.webmd.com/cancer/features/dtc-my-journey?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Winter Skin Woes? Here’s What to Do – and What Not to Do

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Cold winter weather can wreak havoc on our skin, causing painful, itchy outbreaks. Here's what helps, what doesn't, and how to prevent it in the first place. source https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/eczema/news/20231226/winter-weather-skin-woes?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The Holiday Blues: Protect Your Mental Health This Holiday Season

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In the WebMD webinar, John Whyte, MD, MPH, explained what the holiday blues are, how they can affect you, and what ways you can prevent and overcome them. source https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/features/holiday-blues-protect-your-mental-health-this-holiday-season?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Alone Time vs. Loneliness: What’s a Good Balance?

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What's a good balance between having "me time" – being alone – and loneliness, which is already at epidemic levels? Here's how to find the sweet spot. source https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20231222/alone-time-vs-loneliness-whats-a-good-balance?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Dry January: A Month With No Alcohol?

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Millions both in the U.K. and across the pond in the U.S. have vowed to skip alcohol for January 2024. What are the benefits? source https://www.webmd.com/balance/features/dry-january-2024?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Know the Signs of 'Dry Drowning' and 'Secondary Drowning'

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How to recognize the warning signs of 'dry drowning' and 'secondary drowning,' which can happen hours after your child has left the pool. source https://www.webmd.com/children/features/secondary-drowning-dry-drowning?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The Truth About Belly Fat

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Do you have too much belly fat? Reducing visceral fat may be as simple as diet, exercise, sleep, and stress management. WebMD shares what works. source https://www.webmd.com/diet/features/the-truth-about-belly-fat?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Coming to Terms With My Diagnosis

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It can be overwhelming to be diagnosed with metastatic small-cell lung cancer. Here, three survivors share their stories. source https://www.webmd.com/lung-cancer/features/coming-to-terms-metastatic-sclc?src=RSS_PUBLIC

5 Things You Didn't Know About Male Masturbation

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WebMD explores some little known things about male masturbation and answers questions such as: is masturbation safe, normal, or unhealthy? source https://www.webmd.com/men/male-masturbation-5-things-you-didnt-know?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Health Risks of Ketamine: What to Know

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What to know about the health risks of the drug ketamine following Friends star Matthew Perry's death. source https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/addiction/news/20231218/health-risks-of-ketamine-what-to-know?src=RSS_PUBLIC

What Causes Obesity? More Science Points to the Brain

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A new way of looking at a misunderstood disease is revolutionizing treatments and transforming lives. source https://www.webmd.com/obesity/news/20231215/what-causes-obesity-more-science-points-brain?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Narcissists: What to Do if Your Mother Is a Narcissist

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Learn how to tell if your mother is a narcissist, what to do, and what not to do. source https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/features/narcissistic-mother?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Lung Cancer in Women Who Never Smoked

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Why is lung cancer among people who’ve never smoked more common among women than men? And why are there no lung cancer screening guidelines for people who have never smoked? Get the facts. source https://www.webmd.com/lung-cancer/features/lung-cancer-women-who-never-smoked?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Is 'Vegan' a Dirty Word? Study Finds It Turns Some People Off

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In a new study, researchers at the University of Southern California set out to learn how vegan labeling influenced consumers, finding that the word may turn some people off from trying vegan products. source https://www.webmd.com/diet/news/20231213/vegan-dirty-word-study-finds-turns-some-people-off?src=RSS_PUBLIC

9 Foods To Help You Lose weight

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Losing weight is a matter of simple math. To drop pounds, you need to eat fewer calories than you burn. WebMD recommends nine foods that can help. source https://www.webmd.com/obesity/features/9-foods-to-help-you-lose-weight?src=RSS_PUBLIC

The Ultimate High-Fiber Grocery List

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The next time you go shopping, stock up on healthy fiber options in every aisle. Learn what to pick from WebMD. source https://www.webmd.com/cholesterol-management/features/fiber-groceries?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Diversifying Nutrition and Dietetics: Expert Q&A

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Food is more than nutrition. It often reflects culture, ethnicity, and even religion. Consulting with an expert from a diverse background can improve health outcomes. source https://www.webmd.com/diet/features/diversity-among-dietitians?src=RSS_PUBLIC

My Experience With HIV Treatment and Weight Gain

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Weight gain is common with HIV treatment. One woman shares her story of gaining weight during treatment, making lifestyle changes, and managing the ups and downs. source https://www.webmd.com/hiv-aids/features/hiv-weight-experience?src=RSS_PUBLIC

What Are the Risks of HIV Treatment-Related Weight Gain?

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ART-related weight gain can raise your chances of certain health problems. Learn the risk, who’s most affected, and how you can manage this side effect. source https://www.webmd.com/hiv-aids/features/hiv-weight-gain-risks?src=RSS_PUBLIC

How to Safely Lose Weight on HIV Treatment

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Gaining weight is common when you’re in treatment for HIV. Find out how to keep it under control and safely manage a healthy weight. source https://www.webmd.com/hiv-aids/features/hiv-lose-weight?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Weight Gain From HIV Treatment: Personal Experience

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Weight gain can be a big problem when you take HIV medication. Two Black gay men share their stories of how they’re tilting the scales in the favor. source https://www.webmd.com/hiv-aids/features/hiv-experience-weight-gain?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Are No-Spray Christmas Trees Better for You? What to Know

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What to know about no-spray Christmas trees, which may have health and environmental benefits compared to traditional trees that are often sprayed with pesticides. source https://www.webmd.com/allergies/news/20231208/no-spray-christmas-trees-health-what-to-know?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Do You Have the Flu, RSV, COVID, or the Common Cold?

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Winter is almost here, and with it may come runny noses, coughing, and congestion. But how do you know if you just have a common cold, or if you have one or more of the three respiratory viruses that make up the “tripledemic” – RSV (respiratory syncytial virus), COVID-19, and influenza? source https://symptoms.webmd.com/cold-and-flu/cold-flu-map/features/flu-rsv-covid-cold-signs?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Q&A: ‘White Lung’ Pneumonia – What You Need to Know

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Amid an outbreak of pneumonia and other respiratory illnesses in China, parts of Europe and, now, the U.S., experts say to be cautious but calm. source https://www.webmd.com/children/news/20231207/what-to-know-about-white-lung-pneumonia?src=RSS_PUBLIC

New COVID Variant JN.1 Could Disrupt Holiday Plans

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No one planning holiday gatherings or travel wants to hear this, but the rise of a new COVID-19 variant, JN.1, is concerning experts, who say it may threaten those good times. source https://www.webmd.com/covid/news/20231207/new-covid-variant-could-disrupt-holiday-plans?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Keeping Up Your Relationship Through Alzheimer’s

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Maintain your relationship with a loved one who has Alzheimer’s through relationship-centered care. source https://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/features/maintain-relationship-loved-one-alzheimers?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Creativity Can Help With Alzheimer’s Agitation

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Agitation and anxiety are common Alzheimer’s symptoms. Learn creative ways to calm your loved one and help take the angst out of Alzheimer’s. source https://www.webmd.com/alzheimers/features/creative-outlet-agitation-alzheimers?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Psoriasis: Getting Comfortable in My Skin

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How do you find psoriasis treatments and remedies that work for you? Learn how four women treat their psoriasis and control skin flares. source https://www.webmd.com/skin-problems-and-treatments/psoriasis/features/psoriasis-comfortable-skin?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Shop Around to Save on Drug Prices

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Should you shop around for prescription drugs? Learn ways to compare drug prices to find more affordable options. source https://www.webmd.com/health-insurance/features/medication-shop-around?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Can an App Help You Manage MS?

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You’ll find tons of apps for multiple sclerosis, but they won’t all suit your needs. Here’s how to choose the right MS app for you, whether you want a serious tool to monitor your health or a useful app to help you stay on top of your medications and appointments. source https://www.webmd.com/multiple-sclerosis/features/ms-apps?src=RSS_PUBLIC

How to Talk to Your Doctor About Drug Costs

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Talking to your doctor about drug costs could help you save on prescriptions. Learn what your doctor can do when you can't afford your medication. source https://www.webmd.com/health-insurance/features/drug-costs-speak-up?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Peer to Peer: Choosing Multiple Sclerosis Treatment

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Treatment for relapsing-remitting multiple sclerosis (MS) may help slow disease progression and ward off relapses. Two women discuss how they decided to move forward with medication. source https://www.webmd.com/multiple-sclerosis/features/ms-choose-treatment?src=RSS_PUBLIC

For Happier Holidays, Set Your Expectations – and Breathe

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Experts remind us to breathe and prioritize ourselves this holiday season. source https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/news/20231204/for-happier-holidays-remember-to-breathe?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Having ‘The Talk’ with Your Doctor About Your Late-Stage NSCLC Treatment and Outlook

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Late-Stage NSCLC: What your doctor may talk about, like treatment, outcome, outlook, palliative care, hospice care, and end-of-life changes. source https://www.webmd.com/lung-cancer/features/late-stage-nsclc-talk-doctor?src=RSS_PUBLIC

Cardiologists Share Tips to Improve Life With Peripheral Arterial Disease

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By boosting exercise and treating other medical conditions, you can live longer and better with this blood vessel condition. source https://www.webmd.com/heart-disease/features/top-tips-peripheral-arterial-disease?src=RSS_PUBLIC