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Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTreatmentWhen to See a DoctorPreventionFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Treatment When to See a Doctor Prevention Frequently Asked Questions The good news is that most newborn colds don’t need treatment and will not progress to anything serious. While no one wants to see their child sick, exposure to viruses like the common cold can be a boon to your child’s immune system....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsWhat Is Nexium?What Is Prilosec?Dosage ComparisonReview of EfficacySide Effects & SafetyPrecautionsInteractionsOther Ways to Manage GERDFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents What Is Nexium? What Is Prilosec? Dosage Comparison Review of Efficacy Side Effects & Safety Precautions Interactions Other Ways to Manage GERD Frequently Asked Questions Many Americans risk developing digestive disorders due to unhealthy eating or lifestyle practices, such asexcessive alcohol consumptionorsmoking....

Key TakeawaysThe FDA approved the sale of an oral birth control pill over-the-counter for the first time.It is safe and effective to switch to the Opill from another birth control method at any time.Easy access to the progestin-only contraceptive could help people to stay protected against unwanted pregnancy, even if they have problems accessing their prescription contraception, experts said. Key Takeaways The FDA approved the sale of an oral birth control pill over-the-counter for the first time....

Key TakeawaysInstead of mandating vaccination, the NFL placed harsh financial penalties on teams that have to reschedule or cancel games because of a COVID-19 outbreak among unvaccinated players or staff.Health experts say the NFL rules are “carrot on a stick” approach and may be more successful than a mandate.More than 90% of NFL players have been vaccinated as of September. Key Takeaways Instead of mandating vaccination, the NFL placed harsh financial penalties on teams that have to reschedule or cancel games because of a COVID-19 outbreak among unvaccinated players or staff....

Key TakeawaysThe NFL has pledged to phase out “race-norming.” The practice falsely assumes that Black players start out with lower cognitive function than white players and has affected how the NFL makes decisions in brain injury claims.The league has used race-norming to justify not remunerating Black players for their brain injury claims.Experts say that race-norming is another example of how the sports industry—and the United States as a whole—exploits Black bodies for the gain and entertainment of white people....

Key TakeawaysThe National Football League and the Players Association have suspended all COVID-19 protocols.Players and staff will not be required to wear masks or complete mandatory surveillance COVID testing.Health experts believe it’s too early to drop restrictions for a high-contact sport not knowing how effective vaccines are at preventing transmission and protecting against new variants. Key Takeaways The National Football League and the Players Association have suspended all COVID-19 protocols.Players and staff will not be required to wear masks or complete mandatory surveillance COVID testing....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsHow Long Flush LastsBenefits of Niacin SupplementsSevere ReactionsMinimizing Flushing Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms How Long Flush Lasts Benefits of Niacin Supplements Severe Reactions Minimizing Flushing Niacinflush may occur after taking large supplemental doses of niacin (vitamin B3). Niacin helps to metabolize food for energy and is important for cellular function. This supplement is often used to treat high cholesterol levels....

Key TakeawaysLeaders in diabetes care are encouraging people with diabetes to also monitor their “time in range” (TIR)—the percentage of time that their blood glucose remains within set parameters.Some experts say that continuous glucose monitoring can guide the management of diabetes better than spot finger stick blood sugars or hemoglobin A1C.Keeping blood sugar levels within target ranges can help prevent both short-term and long-term complications of diabetes. Key Takeaways Leaders in diabetes care are encouraging people with diabetes to also monitor their “time in range” (TIR)—the percentage of time that their blood glucose remains within set parameters....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsHarmful EffectsGum vs. PatchesChewing TimesDependence Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Harmful Effects Gum vs. Patches Chewing Times Dependence Nicotine gum, such as Nicorette (nicotine polacrilex), is a type of medicinal nicotine replacement therapy. It’s a smoking cessation aid, meaning that people chew it on a short-term basis—typically for 12 weeks—to control symptoms of withdrawal fromnicotinedependency. While the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has approved nicotine gum to help usersquit smoking, many people wonder about its potential side effects....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNutritionUsesResearchSide EffectsPrecautionsInteractionsDosageToxicitySources & What to Look ForFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Nutrition Uses Research Side Effects Precautions Interactions Dosage Toxicity Sources & What to Look For Frequently Asked Questions Nigella sativa(N. sativa), also known as black cumin and black seed, has been used for centuries in alternative medicine to treat conditions such as bronchitis, digestive issues, liver disease, and much more....

Key TakeawaysNew research links staying up late to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, likely because of a reduced ability to burn fat and utilize energy from food.Night owls also seem to have a higher risk of other chronic conditions, like heart disease.Going to bed just 15 to 20 minutes earlier is a good way to start to shift your sleep habits if your schedule allows. Key Takeaways New research links staying up late to a higher risk of type 2 diabetes, likely because of a reduced ability to burn fat and utilize energy from food....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsSymptomsCausesTreatmentDiagnosisWhen to See a Healthcare ProviderFrequently Asked Questions Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Symptoms Causes Treatment Diagnosis When to See a Healthcare Provider Frequently Asked Questions Night sweatsare episodes of sweating at night while sleeping. Night sweats can vary from waking up feeling moist to waking and being drenched in sweat, requiring a shower and changing bedclothes in the middle of the night....

Table of ContentsView AllTable of ContentsNight SweatsCausesDiagnosisFinding Relief Table of ContentsView All View All Table of Contents Night Sweats Causes Diagnosis Finding Relief In some people, this can occur spontaneously and without apparent reason (a condition called hyperhidrosis). In others, it occurs specifically and profusely at night. This is something we call “night sweats,” or, more specifically, sleep hyperhidrosis. Burak Karademir / Getty Images What Are Night Sweats? Night sweats frequently occur in people living withHIV, most often in later stages of untreated disease (when theCD4 countis below 200 cells/milliliter)....