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How long do blood tests results take?

How long do blood tests results take?

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Women and men at risk of different obesity-related conditions

Women and men at risk of different obesity-related conditions

New evidence from a large dataset suggests that, while obesity increases health risks for everyone, women and men with obesity are predisposed to different obesity-related conditions. Share on PinterestThe analysis of a large dataset suggests that women and men face somewhat different obesity-related health risks. Obesity is one of the most common health conditions among […]

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Yogurt, fiber, and lung cancer: What’s the link?

Yogurt, fiber, and lung cancer: What’s the link?

A recent analysis investigated whether consuming dietary fiber and yogurt might be linked to a lower risk of lung cancer. Perhaps surprisingly, the team concludes that it is. Could yogurt and dietary fiber reduce lung cancer risk? A recent paper in the journal JAMA Oncology looks for a relationship between diet and lung cancer. In […]

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Exercising before breakfast may be most healthful choice

Exercising before breakfast may be most healthful choice

Figuring out when to exercise could be just as important as the exercise itself, according to new research on the relationship between meal times and workouts. Share on PinterestNew research suggests that working out before breakfast has ‘profound’ health benefits. Some studies suggest that the effectiveness of exercise may be tied to when a person […]

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Claritin (loratadine) vs. Zyrtec (cetirizine)

Claritin (loratadine) vs. Zyrtec (cetirizine)

What are Claritin and Zyrtec? Hay fever (allergic rhinitis), hives (urticaria), and pollen-induced asthma are all reactions to histamines released by the body in response to an allergen (dust, pollen, or animal dander). Second-generation antihistamine drugs like Claritin and Zyrtec keep cells from interacting with histamine, thereby preventing allergy symptoms. Histamine is a relatively simple, […]

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Health Tip: Electrical Safety

Health Tip: Electrical Safety

(HealthDay News) — Charging your laptop and plugging in the coffeemaker may be second nature. But when dealing with electricity, the National Fire Protection Association urges people to keep safety in mind. Latest Prevention & Wellness News The NFPA provides electrical safety advice for consumers: Have all electrical work done by a qualified electrician. Only […]

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Tardive Dyskinesia

Tardive Dyskinesia

What is tardive dyskinesia? Tardive dyskinesia symptoms include involuntary movements of the face and extremities. Dyskinesias are involuntary movements of the face (including lips, tongue, eyes), trunk, and extremities, which are identified in patients who have been treated with certain (dopamine-antagonist) medications. Dyskinesias are difficult to control. Many different conditions can lead to dyskinetic movements, […]

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Barbiturates

Barbiturates

What are barbiturates? Barbiturates are central nervous depressants. They reduce the activity of nerves causing muscle relaxation. They can reduce heart rate, breathing, and blood pressure. All barbiturates affect gamma-aminobutyric acid (GABA), a neurotransmitter (chemical) that nerves use to communicate with one another. For what conditions are barbiturates prescribed? Barbiturates are medications used for treating […]