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ADD or ADHD Medications

ADD or ADHD Medications

Medically reviewed by John P. Cunha, DO, FACOEP; Board Certified Emergency Medicine REFERENCES: Bussing, R., D.M. Mason, L. Bell, P. Porter, and C. Garvan. “Adolescent outcomes of childhood attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder in a diverse community sample.” Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry 49.6 June 2010: 595-605. De Sousa, A., and G. Kalra. […]

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NFL Players’ Enlarged Hearts May Harm Health for Decades

NFL Players’ Enlarged Hearts May Harm Health for Decades

By Dennis ThompsonHealthDay Reporter Latest Heart News WEDNESDAY, March 6, 2019 (HealthDay News) — “Athlete’s heart” — an enlarged heart created by intense physical training — is a common and often brushed-off condition within elite and professional sports. But a new study of National Football League players is raising concern about the long-term consequences of […]

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Low-Dose Aspirin Doesn’t Prolong Survival in Prostate Cancer

Low-Dose Aspirin Doesn’t Prolong Survival in Prostate Cancer

By Steven ReinbergHealthDay Reporter Latest Cancer News TUESDAY, March 5, 2019 (HealthDay News) — Will an aspirin a day keep prostate cancer at bay? Not necessarily, according to new research. Danish scientists say low-dose aspirin doesn’t seem to reduce a man’s risk of death from prostate cancer, but it may slow down the disease in […]

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Being overweight or obese may improve stroke survival

Being overweight or obese may improve stroke survival

New research reveals that being overweight, obese, or severely obese may improve a person’s chances of surviving after a stroke. Being obese or overweight may have its advantages, suggests one new study. Obesity is a “serious medical condition” that can lead to various complications. These might include atherosclerosis and heart disease, diabetes, cancer, and even […]

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Health Tip: Too Much Screen Time

Health Tip: Too Much Screen Time

(HealthDay News) — Screen devices such as smartphones and TVs are making children more sedentary, the American Heart Association says. This lack of movement is linked to obesity in young people. Latest Healthy Kids News Experts recommend that parents limit children aged 2 to 5 to one hour of screen time per day. Older children […]

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guaifenesin (Robitussin, Mucinex)

guaifenesin (Robitussin, Mucinex)

What brand names are available for guaifenesin? Diabetic Tussin, Geri-Tussin, Robitussin, Fenesin IR, Mucinex, Mucosa, Mucus Relief, Mucus ER Is guaifenesin available as a generic drug? GENERIC AVAILABLE: Yes Do I need a prescription for guaifenesin? No What are the uses for guaifenesin? Guaifenesin is used for the treatment of cough associated with colds and […]

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Teen Who Defied Mom to Get Vaccinated Testifies Before Congress

Teen Who Defied Mom to Get Vaccinated Testifies Before Congress

It’s crucial to counter fraudulent social media information about vaccines that alarms parents, says the U.S. teen who started getting vaccinated against his mother’s wishes when he turned 18. Latest Infectious Disease News Speaking before Congress on Tuesday, Ethan Lindenberger of Norwalk, Ohio, said his mother believed online conspiracies about vaccines, leaving him and his […]