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Key TakeawaysSome data suggests that someone who’s recovered from COVID-19 may be as protected against future infection as a vaccinated individual.Verifying infections and counting them among an individual’s vaccine doses may be too logistically complicated at this point in the pandemic.Public health leaders maintain that vaccination is the best way to be protected against the virus. Key Takeaways Some data suggests that someone who’s recovered from COVID-19 may be as protected against future infection as a vaccinated individual....

Key TakeawaysEven though you may be unconscious during surgery and unaware of your pain, your body can still sense pain and respond to it.New technology can allow anesthesia providers to better monitor the body’s response to pain during surgery. However, studies show mixed results, and the technology needs more research.Patients and providers can work together to manage pain after surgery. Key Takeaways Even though you may be unconscious during surgery and unaware of your pain, your body can still sense pain and respond to it....

One of the most common questions aboutcondomuse is whether or not wearing two external condoms during sex provides better pregnancy protection than using just one. Along the same lines, many people also wonder if wearing both an external condom and aninternal condomlowers your chances of getting pregnant. mikroman6 / Getty Images Wearing Two Condoms May Seem Like a Good Idea When you think about it, wearing two external condoms at the same time (also known as double bagging condoms) may seem like a good idea....

Active drugs used in medications are temperature-sensitive. When stored in hot or cold places, they can become unstable and even degrade, posing a risk of negative side effects and decreasing their effectiveness. Drug companies are required to strictly control temperatures during manufacturing. And most medications must be stored at a controlled room temperature of around 68 to 77 degrees F once you get them. This article covers how to protect your medications from a variety of elements and what to do if they are exposed to potentially harmful temperatures....

Key TakeawaysAlcohol can cause diarrhea, constipation, and other gastrointestinal issues.People who stop drinking for Dry January may notice their bathroom habits change.If you experience constipation during Dry January, experts recommend drinking enough water and eating foods with a lot of fiber.Many people participate in Dry January—in which they cut out all alcohol for the first month of the year. By some estimates, about 15% of people in the United States who drink observe this trend....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTypesPrognosis Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Types Prognosis Dysautonomiarefers to a group of disorders involving nerves that control heart rate, breathing, and other involuntary functions. Dysautonomia can be difficult to diagnose, in part because symptoms are linked to a range of health issues. Some causes are common, such asneuropathiesthat occur with diabetes. Others are rare genetic disorders. Symptoms occur when theautonomic nervous system(ANS) doesn’t send or receive nerve signals as it should....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHearing Loss and Ear InfectionsCausesSignsTreatmentPreventionWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Hearing Loss and Ear Infections Causes Signs Treatment Prevention When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Ear infections, which are very common in children, can cause hearing loss, but it’s usually temporary. Read on to learn more about hearing loss due to an ear infection and how to treat and prevent ear infections....

Google keeps track of what is searched most frequently. Sinceprostate canceris common, it’s hardly surprising that people who research aches or pains “down there” in the lower part of the abdomen search for “symptoms of prostate cancer.” The most commonly googled question related to prostate cancer is, “What are the symptoms?” Given what’s published online, however, you would think that prostate cancer has all sorts ofsymptoms: urinary problems, pain, sexual difficulties, even rectal problems....

Key TakeawaysA new study found that eating two SunGold Kiwis per day could have a positive effect on one’s sense of well-being.A diet rich in fruits and vegetables is linked to improved vitality.Eating a diet rich in fruits and vegetables, including SunGold kiwis, could offer more benefits than taking a single nutrient in supplement-form. Key Takeaways A new study found that eating two SunGold Kiwis per day could have a positive effect on one’s sense of well-being....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhy Spicy Foods Make You PoopTreatment and PreventionWhen to See a Healthcare Provider Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Why Spicy Foods Make You Poop Treatment and Prevention When to See a Healthcare Provider Indulging in spicy treats like a big bowl of chili or a platter of hot wings may feel enjoyable, but it’s no fun when these spicy foods cause diarrhea....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsIs Etodolac Discontinued?DifferencesHow Etodolac and Ibuprofen Are SimilarWhich Is Better?Risks of CombiningNSAID Warnings Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Is Etodolac Discontinued? Differences How Etodolac and Ibuprofen Are Similar Which Is Better? Risks of Combining NSAID Warnings Ibuprofen and etodolac are two types of non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) used to treat arthritis pain. Being of the same drug class, ibuprofen and etodolac have a lot in common....

Key TakeawaysA meta-analysis found that social support interventions, such as group meetings and phone calls, increase the likelihood of survival in patients with illnesses such as heart disease and cancer.The interventions were particularly helpful when they promoted healthy behaviors like taking your medicine or exercising.Healthcare systems and policymakers are slowly incorporating social and psychological interventions into health care. Key Takeaways A meta-analysis found that social support interventions, such as group meetings and phone calls, increase the likelihood of survival in patients with illnesses such as heart disease and cancer....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsPurposeHow It’s TakenContraindicationsWhat Are the Side Effects? Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Purpose How It’s Taken Contraindications What Are the Side Effects? If you’re about to undergo in vitro fertilization (IVF), your healthcare provider likely prescribed Estrace (a type of estrogen) to help you conceive.Estrace is given to help stimulate the eggs to grow or during a frozenembryo transferto help thicken the lining of the uterus to increase the chances of embryo implantation....