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Metoprolol vs. labetalol

Metoprolol vs. labetalol

Metoprolol vs. labetalol: What’s the difference? Metoprolol and labetalol are beta-blockers (beta-adrenergic blocking agents) used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension). Metoprolol is also used to treat heart pain (angina), congestive heart failure, hyperthyroidism, abnormal heart rhythms, and some neurologic conditions, and to prevent migraine headaches. Brand names for metoprolol include Lopressor and Toprol XL. […]

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Keeping Your Summer Fun on Sound Footing

Keeping Your Summer Fun on Sound Footing

Latest Skin News SUNDAY, May 12, 2019 (HealthDay News) — When you’re exercising this summer, don’t forget to take care of your feet. “Foot health contributes to your overall health. From beginners to advanced athletes, proper foot care is important to keep your body healthy,” said Dr. John Giurini, chief of podiatric surgery at Beth […]

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Health Tip: Wellness for Older Adults

Health Tip: Wellness for Older Adults

(HealthDay News) — Living a healthy lifestyle can impact both your lifespan and quality of life, says the U.S. National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases. Latest Senior Health News But regardless of your age, the NIDDK emphasizes that it is never too late to be good to your mind and body. The […]

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Do Doctors Give Better Care in the Morning?

Do Doctors Give Better Care in the Morning?

By Amy NortonHealthDay Reporter Latest Prevention & Wellness News FRIDAY, May 10, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Many people do their best work in the morning, and new research suggests the same may hold true for doctors. The study, of nearly 53,000 primary care patients, found that doctors were more likely to order cancer screenings for […]

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Metoprolol vs. propranolol

Metoprolol vs. propranolol

Metoprolol vs. propranolol: What’s the difference? Metoprolol and propranolol are beta-blockers used to treat high blood pressure (hypertension), heart pain (angina), abnormal heart rhythms, and some neurologic conditions. Metoprolol is also used to treat congestive heart failure and hyperthyroidism, and to prevent migraine headaches. Brand names for metoprolol include Lopressor and Toprol XL. Brand names […]

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Doxycycline vs. Bactrim

Doxycycline vs. Bactrim

Doxycycline vs. Bactrim: What’s the difference? Doxycycline and Bactrim (sulfamethoxazole and trimethoprim) are antibiotics used to treat many different types of bacterial infections. Brand names for doxycycline include Vibramycin, Oracea, Adoxa, Atridox, Acticlate, Acticlate Cap, Doryx, Doxteric, Doxy, and Monodox. Doxycycline and Bactrim are different types of antibiotics. Doxycycline is a tetracycline antibiotic and Bactrim […]

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Weight-Free Strength Training

Weight-Free Strength Training

By Len CanterHealthDay Reporter Latest Exercise & Fitness News MONDAY, May 13, 2019 (HealthDay News) — You don’t have to go to the gym for a strength-training workout. With these three moves, your own body weight provides the resistance needed to develop key muscles. Start with the classic wall sit. Press your back into a […]