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Key TakeawaysThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has updated its COVID-19 guidance to say that fully vaccinated people are no longer required to wear masks in most situations.The update will not change things for a large population of unvaccinated individuals: children. For now, kids should continue wearing masks in most settings.The new guidelines are making it tricky for families of mixed vaccination status to know what to do about mask-wearing....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Does My Beard Itch?At-Home TreatmentsMedical TreatmentsHow Long the Itch Lasts Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Does My Beard Itch? At-Home Treatments Medical Treatments How Long the Itch Lasts It’s common for beards to get itchy, no matter if it’s short or long or a new or old beard. The itch may be mild and hardly noticeable or bad enough that it’s hard to concentrate on other things....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCauses of Drug-Induced Hair LossMedications That Cause Hair LossTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes of Drug-Induced Hair Loss Medications That Cause Hair Loss Treatment Hair lossmay occur as a side effect of certain medications that interfere with hair growth or cause hair to shed. Medications that can cause hair loss include: Most of the time, the hair loss is reversible, with hair growing back a few months after stopping or reducing the medication....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsStimulantsDopamine and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (DNRI)Histamine-3 (H3) Receptor Antagonist/Inverse AgonistGamma-Hydroxybutyrate (GHB)AntidepressantsExpert RecommendationsLifestyle Factors Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Stimulants Dopamine and Norepinephrine Reuptake Inhibitor (DNRI) Histamine-3 (H3) Receptor Antagonist/Inverse Agonist Gamma-Hydroxybutyrate (GHB) Antidepressants Expert Recommendations Lifestyle Factors Narcolepsyis a chronic brain disorder that disrupts sleep-wake cycles. People with narcolepsy may feel refreshed after waking but often become very sleepy during the day—this is called excessive daytime sleepiness (EDS)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMedication CausesSymptomsTreatmentFrequently Asked QuestionsNext in Tardive Dyskinesia GuideIs Tardive Dyskinesia Reversible? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Medication Causes Symptoms Treatment Frequently Asked Questions Next in Tardive Dyskinesia Guide The medications most commonly associated withtardive dyskinesiainclude antipsychotic medications called neuroleptics. Neuroleptics help treatpsychotic disorders(severe mental health disorders in which a person loses touch with reality) and somemood disorders(like depression and bipolar disorder)....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsAnticlotting DrugsBlood Pressure DrugsCholesterol DrugstPAAtrial Fibrillation DrugsDiabetes DrugsPost-Stroke MedicationsFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Anticlotting Drugs Blood Pressure Drugs Cholesterol Drugs tPA Atrial Fibrillation Drugs Diabetes Drugs Post-Stroke Medications Frequently Asked Questions The consequences of astrokecan be severe. Fortunately, medications are available to reduce the risk of stroke and to prevent the development of future strokes. Studies suggest an approximately 12% risk of future stroke after the first one occurs....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHow Are Heart Arrhythmias Treated?Antiarrhythmic DrugsBeta-BlockersCalcium Channel BlockersAnticoagulantsCardiac GlycosidesOther Treatments Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents How Are Heart Arrhythmias Treated? Antiarrhythmic Drugs Beta-Blockers Calcium Channel Blockers Anticoagulants Cardiac Glycosides Other Treatments A heart arrhythmia is an irregular heartbeat, which means it can be too quick, slow, or beat with an abnormal rhythm. Medications play a crucial role in controlling and preventing arrhythmias and ensuring the heart maintains a steady and effective rhythm....

Key TakeawaysPresident Trump has reportedly received Regeneron monoclonal antibodies, remdesivir, dexamethasone, zinc, vitamin D, famotidine, melatonin, and aspirin throughout his COVID-19 treatment.Some of these medications are experimental and not available to the general public.Experts do not think each of these treatments are necessarily for COVID-19. Key Takeaways President Trump has reportedly received Regeneron monoclonal antibodies, remdesivir, dexamethasone, zinc, vitamin D, famotidine, melatonin, and aspirin throughout his COVID-19 treatment.Some of these medications are experimental and not available to the general public....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsOTC MedicinePrescription MedicineNondrug RemediesCommon CausesPreventionWhen to Seek Medical Help Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents OTC Medicine Prescription Medicine Nondrug Remedies Common Causes Prevention When to Seek Medical Help These can range from OTC antidiarrheals and antacids to prescription laxatives and proton pump inhibitors (PPIs), depending on your symptoms. Getty Images / LaylaBird Over-the-Counter Stomach Medication For Constipation For constipation, various types oflaxativesare available....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsEars, Nose & ThroatAging and Mucous MembranesOral Mucous MembranesCaring for Your Membranes Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Ears, Nose & Throat Aging and Mucous Membranes Oral Mucous Membranes Caring for Your Membranes Mucous membranes protect the inside parts of your body that are exposed to air—similar to how your skin protects your external body. Mucous membranes are rich with mucous glands that secrete mucus to help keep the membranes moist....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsMucles WorkedBenefitsProper FormPush-Up VariationsCommon Mistakes to AvoidRisks to Daily Push-Ups Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Mucles Worked Benefits Proper Form Push-Up Variations Common Mistakes to Avoid Risks to Daily Push-Ups Push-ups are one of the best bodyweight exercises for targeting the upper body muscles. They are a common staple in exercise programs for people of all fitness levels—from professional athletes to people recovering from injuries....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCan Babies Get Strep?GAS vs. GBS InfectionSigns of Strep in KidsAre You a Carrier?When Kids Need a Strep TestTreatment Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Can Babies Get Strep? GAS vs. GBS Infection Signs of Strep in Kids Are You a Carrier? When Kids Need a Strep Test Treatment Strep throat in babies and toddlers under 3 years old is rare. Babies who are diagnosed withstrep throatusually have mild symptoms that may include fever, irritability, and difficulty feeding....

Key TakeawaysNike released their Go FlyEase shoes, the brand’s first pair of lace-less sneakers that can be taken on and off without using one’s hands.Clothing that is designed with a universal and inclusive approach can appeal to a wider consumer base but also be accessible for the disability community.Adaptive clothing has traditionally been designed only for functionality, rather than being both functional and fashionable. Key Takeaways Nike released their Go FlyEase shoes, the brand’s first pair of lace-less sneakers that can be taken on and off without using one’s hands....