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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Period Pain ChangesReasons for CrampsConditions Causing CrampsRelieving CrampsSeeking Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Period Pain Changes Reasons for Cramps Conditions Causing Cramps Relieving Cramps Seeking Medical Care More than half of people who menstruate experience some level of pain during theirmenstrual cycle.Period cramps are a common symptom that occurs when theuteruscontracts to shed its inner lining. You may notice that your period cramps vary from month to month....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesTreatmentWhen to Seek Medical Care Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Treatment When to Seek Medical Care Having itchy shins can be uncomfortable but is not usually a cause for concern. However, there are a number of health conditions that can cause itchiness on the shins or other areas of the skin.Identifying these issues can help you find relief. This article examines the potential causes of itchy shins, how you can ease the itching on your own, and when to see a healthcare provider....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCausesPreventionWhen to Call a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes Prevention When to Call a Provider This article discusses the causes of itchy testicles and how to prevent and treat them. Satjawat Boontanataweepol / Getty Images Why Do I Have Itchy Balls? Having an itchy scrotum, the sack containing the testicles (euphemistically known as balls), is an incredibly common issue, and people can have an itchy scrotum for numerous reasons....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsSwollen Tonsil CausesTreatmentComplicationsDiagnosisWhen to See a Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Swollen Tonsil Causes Treatment Complications Diagnosis When to See a Provider Tonsilsare two oval-shaped masses of tissue in the back of the throat, one on each side. Aspart of the immune system, they help identify and fight infections. A viral or bacterial infection typically causes swollen tonsils. Infected tonsils are calledtonsillitis....

Key TakeawaysSome police unions are resisting vaccine mandates.Experts stress the importance of vaccinations for law enforcement personnel, but worry that mandates won’t be effective in increasing vaccination rates.Vaccine education and efforts to combat misinformation will be essential to addressing concerns about vaccine safety. Key Takeaways Some police unions are resisting vaccine mandates.Experts stress the importance of vaccinations for law enforcement personnel, but worry that mandates won’t be effective in increasing vaccination rates....

Key TakeawaysA recent study showed that Black, Asian, and Native patients are more likely to decline or not complete treatment for breast cancer.Experts say that medical mistrust is only one part of the problem. Financial toxicity is another factor, and concern about family roles may contribute to waiting on treatment.Patient navigators can help patients navigate treatment and access resources. Key Takeaways A recent study showed that Black, Asian, and Native patients are more likely to decline or not complete treatment for breast cancer....

Key TakawaysA limited number of people who have been vaccinated may still get a “breakthrough” COVID-19 infection.However, research shows that vaccinated people are much less likely to become seriously ill or need to be hospitalized compared to unvaccinated people.Most breakthrough infections are likely related to the lifting of pandemic protocols like mask-wearing and social distancing, as well as the highly transmissible Delta variant. Key Takaways A limited number of people who have been vaccinated may still get a “breakthrough” COVID-19 infection....

Recent studies have touted the health benefits of cinnamon, including one earlier this year suggesting that daily cinnamon consumption can help lower blood pressure.However, new reports also warn of a serious risk linked to cinnamon:lead poisoning. In late 2023 and early 2024, CDC received reports of more than 500 confirmed, probable, or suspected cases of lead poisoning that were traced back to the cinnamon in three brands of apple purée pouches....

Key TakeawaysAlthough the plague never fully went away, there are only seven new cases each year in the United States.The plague is spread through flea bites or direct contact with the tissues or fluids of an infected animal.Common antibiotics can treat the plague Key Takeaways Although the plague never fully went away, there are only seven new cases each year in the United States.The plague is spread through flea bites or direct contact with the tissues or fluids of an infected animal....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsCauses of Sneezing After EatingTips to Prevent ItFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Causes of Sneezing After Eating Tips to Prevent It Frequently Asked Questions Sneezingis forced air from the lungs through the nose and mouth, which occurs when there is an irritation in the nasal cavity. People sneeze for many different reasons—exposure to dust,allergens, illness, and inhalation of certain substances, to name a few....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Dizziness?Causes in the MorningHow to Tell If It’s SeriousStopping Morning Dizziness Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Dizziness? Causes in the Morning How to Tell If It’s Serious Stopping Morning Dizziness There are various causes for waking up dizzy. Often, this doesn’t indicate anything serious, especially if the dizziness is mild and resolves quickly. You might be dehydrated or prone to low blood pressure....

Key Takeaways Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) have been rising periodically for the last several years, and experts say the importance of screening is rising with it. Cases of STDs reached an all-time high in 2019, with 2.5 million cases of chlamydia, gonorrhea, and syphilis reported. according to data from the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). Health authorities worry that this trend will continue in 2020 and 2021 as the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted access to in-person STD testing and treatment services....

Key TakeawaysFewer than 10% of U.S. adults receive treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and only 1.6% of them use medications.The FDA has approved various AUD medications, but there’s little awareness of the available treatments largely due to cultural stigma.Making screening tools for AUD more ubiquitous can help improve treatment rates and reduce stigma around the disorder. Key Takeaways Fewer than 10% of U.S. adults receive treatment for Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD) and only 1....