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How does the Mirena coil affect menopause?

How does the Mirena coil affect menopause?

The Mirena coil is a hormonal intrauterine device (IUD) that can prevent pregnancy. It may limit heavy bleeding during perimenopause, but it has no effect on when menopause begins. Keep reading for more information about the effects of the Mirena coil on the body as it prepares for menopause. Share on PinterestPeople can use a […]

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How to identify fleabites and bed bug bites

How to identify fleabites and bed bug bites

Both bed bugs and fleas can leave multiple bites. In many cases, these bites can be intensely itchy and irritating. Fleas are a common pet care concern. They are particularly common among pets that do not undergo preventative flea treatment. Bed bugs are also common, especially in communal living environments such as nursing homes and […]

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What to know about thyroid function and hair loss

What to know about thyroid function and hair loss

Hair loss can occur when the thyroid gland is not working correctly. The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland situated in the lower front part of the neck. The thyroid gland makes thyroid hormones, which the body uses for energy, to stay warm, and to keep the organs and muscles working properly. The most common […]

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What is the soft palate?

What is the soft palate?

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Hair follicles can be a site of origin for melanoma

Hair follicles can be a site of origin for melanoma

New research argues that melanoma can start not only in the skin, but also inside hair follicles. When they become cancerous, the cells then leave the follicles and move into the skin’s outermost layer, or epidermis. Share on PinterestNew research suggests that melanoma could originate in hair follicles, shown here. The scientists demonstrated this effect […]

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Can meditation, hypnosis, and CBT help address the opioid crisis?

Can meditation, hypnosis, and CBT help address the opioid crisis?

A first-of-its-kind review and meta-analysis of specialized literature suggests that mind-body therapies, such as meditation and cognitive behavioral therapy, can help ease physical pain and prevent the development of opioid use disorder. Meditation and other mind-body therapies could help relieve pain and reduce opioid use, according to a new review. Opioids are a class of […]

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Does waist size predict dementia risk?

Does waist size predict dementia risk?

The first large-scale cohort study of its kind looked at the link between waist circumference in later life and the risk of dementia in a population of older Asian adults. Share on PinterestCould waist size predict dementia risk in older adults? Physicians, healthcare professionals, and medical researchers tend to use body mass index (BMI) to […]

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A guide to female anatomy

A guide to female anatomy

Female anatomy includes the external genitals, or the vulva, and the internal reproductive organs, which include the ovaries and the uterus. One major difference between males and females is their reproductive organs. Anatomy specific to females generally relates to sexual function, reproduction, and hormone control. Males and females have physically different sexual anatomy, but all […]

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Daylight Saving Time Bad for Health, Experts Claim

Daylight Saving Time Bad for Health, Experts Claim

Latest Sleep News MONDAY, Nov. 4, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Clocks were set back one hour on Sunday, but some health experts say it might be better if time changes ended for good. It’s more than an inconvenience, it’s a potential health threat, they warn. Over time, daylight saving time (DST) eliminates bright morning light […]