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Understanding Risks of Medicines in Pregnancy
All medicines you take affect the fetus, depending on the stage of development, the type and dosage of the medicine being taken, and your drug tolerance.
Understanding Spirometry
Spirometry is an easy test that tells your healthcare provider how well your lungs are working.
Understanding the mRNA COVID-19 Vaccine
Vaccines for COVID-19 are available. Here's what you need to know about them.
Understanding the 'Pins and Needles' Feeling
A tingling or numb feeling is a condition called paresthesia. It’s a sign that a nerve is irritated and sending extra signals. Think of that pins and needles feeling as a traffic jam in your nervous system.
Understanding the Risks and Side Effects of Opioid Medicines
When opioids are taken as prescribed, they can help manage pain effectively. But these medicines come with risks and side effects that are important to understand.
Understanding the Teen Brain
Parents need to realize the rational part of a teen's brain isn't fully developed and won't be until they are 25 years old or so.
Understanding Your Medicare Benefits
Many different plans of Medicare available, with many factors to consider.
Unwrap the Gift of Toy Safety
Your challenge is to find toys that your children will enjoy and that you know are safe. Read on to learn important tips that can help.
Urinary Incontinence
Urinary incontinence (UI) is the loss of urine control. You may not be able to hold your urine until you can reach a restroom. It may be a short-term problem caused by another health issue. Or it may be a long-term problem that you’ll have to manage.
Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs)
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are infections in any part of the urinary tract. They are a common health problem that affects millions of people each year. Women are especially prone to UTIs.
Use Your Medicines Wisely
Although most medicines are safe when you take them the right way, some of them can cause dizziness, loss of consciousness, bleeding, irregular heartbeats, and other side effects in some cases.
Using Over-the-Counter Allergy Medicines
Keep these guidelines in mind when looking for allergy relief.