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Why Patients Disregard Prescriptions
Patient-Friendly Half of patients do not comply with prescription label directions. Here are suggestions for improving medication adherence.
What’s Shaking With Parkinson’s?
Patient-Friendly The most obvious symptom of Parkinson’s disease is tremors. It is often assumed to be a musculoskeletal disorder. But patients and caregivers should be alert to neurological changes.
No Double Dipping Appetizers
Nutritional Food Are you biting off more than you should chew when sharing communal foods without proper etiquette? Explore the science of double dipping.
Dealing With Winter Mold and Mildew Allergies
Women During damp weather, we shut windows, close drapes, fire up the heater, and get cozy. Then begin sneezing, headaches, dizziness, chest pains, and strange odors.
Mold Causes Vertigo, Rash, Backache and Chronic Fatigue
Educational Are you a business or homeowner considering professional remediation for water damage? Are you a renter trying to convince a landlord to properly treat mold and mildew? This comprehensive report...
Pardon My Geographic Tongue
Educational A rare class of people exhibit a geographic tongue. Can anything be done about the loss of papillae manifesting this irregular appearance on your tongue surface? And is it a serious...
Here Are Clues A Patient Has Sjögren’s
Women When your eyes are so dry they hurt and vision is blurred, it is wise to seek an eye care professional. Patient response to antibiotics may help diagnose this autoimmune disorder...
What Drum Beats Only Loud Enough For You To Hear?
Educational Your personal percussionists beat loud enough to entertain and inform you. What stops the music?
Sjögren’s Syndrome: Pain Beyond Tears
Women People with Sjögren’s syndrome are confused with those having dry eye syndrome. If it was just dry eyes or diminished tears, Sjögren’s syndrome might be treated solely with eye drops. Learn...
How Can You Live Without A Thyroid Gland?
Women Your thyroid gland is an important metabolism regulator. Find out why it sometimes must be surgically removed and how life following thyroidectomy is possible.