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lopinavir and ritonavir (Kaletra)

lopinavir and ritonavir (Kaletra)

What is lopinavir and ritonavir, and how does it work (mechanism of action)? Kaletra is an oral medication that is a combination of lopinavir and ritonavir. It is used for treating infections with the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). It is in a class of drugs called protease inhibitors which, among others, includes ritonavir (Norvir), nelfinavir […]

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Health Tip: Creating a Healthy Routine

Health Tip: Creating a Healthy Routine

Latest Exercise & Fitness News (HealthDay News) — People are creatures of habit, so breaking old practices and forming new routines can be daunting. To start and maintain a new routine, NorthShore University Health System recommends: Figure out what needs to be in your routine. Set small goals. Lay out a plan. Be consistent over […]

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Can You Beat the Blues With ‘Downward Dog’?

Can You Beat the Blues With ‘Downward Dog’?

Latest Depression News By Rich HolmesHealthDay Reporter THURSDAY, Nov. 21, 2019 (HealthDay News) — New evidence bolsters the belief that yoga can offer real and lasting relief to people with depression. Dr. Chris Streeter, a psychiatrist at Boston University’s School of Medicine, said the new study she led builds on earlier work showing a correlation […]

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AHA News: Obesity, Other Factors May Speed Up Brain Aging

AHA News: Obesity, Other Factors May Speed Up Brain Aging

Latest Alzheimer’s News THURSDAY, Nov. 21, 2019 (American Heart Association News) — The brains of middle-age adults may be aging prematurely if they have obesity or other factors linked to cardiovascular disease, new research has found. Almost one-quarter of adults have metabolic syndrome, a set of factors that in combination amplify a person’s risk of […]

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8 yoga poses to relieve constipation

8 yoga poses to relieve constipation

Constipation is a common complaint. While medications and over-the-counter treatments can help, some people may be interested in alternative therapies, such as yoga. Though yoga may not be the first thing that comes to mind when it comes to constipation, there is some evidence that suggests yoga can help alleviate it. For example, a 2015 […]

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What to know about fissured tongue

What to know about fissured tongue

A person’s tongue is generally flat and free of significant grooves. Fissured tongue causes a person to develop one or more grooves on the top portion of their tongue. Fissured tongue is neither contagious nor painful. However, other conditions, such as geographic tongue or food caught in the groove, can cause pain. Fissured tongue is […]

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Pink eye in toddlers: Everything you need to know

Pink eye in toddlers: Everything you need to know

Pink eye, which doctors call conjunctivitis, is inflammation and redness in the conjunctiva of the eye. The conjunctiva is the transparent membrane that lines the front of the eye and eyelids. Pink eye is more common among toddlers and young children, who may rub their eyes and transmit infections to other children at preschool, daycare, […]

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Blood pressure chart: Ranges and guide

Blood pressure chart: Ranges and guide

If you buy something through a link on this page, we may earn a small commission. How this works. Maintaining optimal blood pressure plays an essential role in reducing the risk of serious health problems, such as heart attacks, heart failure, and stroke. Keep reading for more information about blood pressure and what are normal […]

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What are the effects of emotional abuse?

What are the effects of emotional abuse?

Emotional abuse is a serious form of abuse that may come before, during, or after periods of physical abuse. Emotional abuse is never the fault of the person subjected to it. Emotional abuse can have several long- and short-term effects. These might be physical (racing heart and tremors), psychological (anxiety and guilt), or both. Keep […]