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MEDICAL NEWS Any of these symptoms sound familiar? * Sudden, sharp pain in the upper arm * Popping or snapping you can hear in the shoulder or elbow * Cramping of the biceps muscle with strenuous use of the arm * Bruising from the middle of the upper arm down toward the elbow * Pain […]
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MEDICAL NEWS If someone were having a stroke, would you recognize the signs? Would you know what to do? These are important questions to consider. During a stroke, brain cells are damaged due to a blood clot or rupture of a blood vessel in the brain. This can lead to serious disability and death. According
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SELF-CARE CORNER Tingling, numbness and pain in your fingers and wrists? Is it just tired hands or something more severe? While, these can all be signs of tired, overused hands, these symptoms can also indicate something serious, such as a repetitive stress injury, tendonitis, aggravation of arthritis or sprains, and even carpal tunnel syndrome. With
SELF-CARE CORNER Despite the wealth of over-the-counter products available that claim to treat fungal nail infections (in the toenails and sometimes in the fingernails), the only way to cure an infection is to see a skin doctor (a dermatologist). Over-the-counter topical medications don’t penetrate the nail and therefore aren’t as effective as oral prescriptions. A
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WELL-BEING The painful symptoms of arthritis affect 50 million adults and 300,000 children. If arthritis symptoms interfere with your daily life, talk with your doctor about ways to manage your symptoms. A variety of options may be available to help you, including prescriptions, over-the-counter pain relievers, and natural supplements. Though many vitamins, herbs, and other
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WELL-BEING What do a lawn mower, a motorcycle, and a music player have in common? They can all cause permanent hearing loss. Many people assume that only extremely loud sounds, such as gunshots, can damage the ears. But any loud noise, such as power tools, headphones turned up too loud, lawn equipment, or a concert,
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MEDICAL NEWS Psoriasis is a condition that causes skin cells to grow too quickly. These extra skin cells build up and form scaly patches, redness or a rash. There are several different types of psoriasis that look and feel different. Sometimes, a person may have one type of psoriasis and it later turns into another
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SELF-CARE CORNER Sunglasses are a great fashion item, but their most important job is to protect your eyes from the sun’s ultraviolet rays. Prolonged exposure to the sun can damage the surface tissues, cornea, and lens of the eye. It has also been linked to cataract, macular degeneration, and temporary vision loss. Through its EyeSmart®
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MEDICAL NEWS Although they can be painful, kidney stones rarely cause permanent damage, and you may be able to prevent them, according to the National Institutes of Health. Back or side pain that won’t go away is the primary symptom of a kidney stone. You may also have pinkish or foul-smelling urine, a fever, or
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MEDICAL NEWS According to the Alzheimer’s Association, more than 5 million Americans are living with Alzheimer’s today. It is the 6th leading cause of death in the U.S. When someone has trouble thinking, memory loss or behavioral changes, it can be devastating to the person and their family. Alzheimer’s starts with mild symptoms, but gets
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