When you visit your OBGYN, it’s important to have a comprehensive conversation about your health and any concerns you may have. Unfortunately, it’s easy to get distracted and forget to ask the important questions that can help you maintain your well-being. But not to worry, we’ve created a “must ask” list of key questions that […]
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Apr
Apr
There’s no universal answer to how often you should go to your doctor, but there is a useful framework. For healthy adults with no chronic conditions, the general baseline is once a year. For infants and young children, it’s much more frequent. For older adults and people managing ongoing conditions, the right frequency depends on […]
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Nov
Nov
Gambling can be a fun and exciting way to pass the time, but for some, it has become a dangerous addiction that can lead to serious financial, emotional, and even physical problems. It’s easy to slip into a gambling addiction without even realizing it, and it can happen to anyone, regardless of income level or […]
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Nov
Nov
If you’ve been considering psychotherapy, you might be wondering about the different stages involved. Psychotherapy, commonly known as “talk therapy”, is a process in which a person speaks with a mental health professional about their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors to gain insight and make positive changes in their life. It’s a safe, confidential, and collaborative […]
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Oct
Oct
How to Help Someone With a Meth Addiction Methamphetamine (meth) is a dangerous, powerful, and addictive substance. Around 1 million Americans struggle with meth addiction. Methamphetamine abuse can lead to serious side effects, including tooth decay, weight loss, skin lesions, anxiety, memory loss, hallucinations, aggression, and brain damage. Witnessing a person fall victim to this […]
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Oct
Oct
Evidence shows drugs like Methadone and Buprenorphine can help people recover from opioid addiction. Drug-assisted treatment helps medically reduce withdrawal symptoms, boosting a person’s chances of recovery. Is joining a certified opioid treatment program the best option? Or will residing in a sober living home reduce your chances of relapsing? What’s the Difference Between […]
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Oct
Oct
A Pap smear takes about a minute, and it’s one of the most effective cancer-prevention tools in modern medicine. It doesn’t just catch cervical cancer early. It catches the cell changes that come years before cancer, when they’re easy to monitor or treat, which is why regular screening has dramatically reduced cervical cancer deaths. If […]
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Oct
Oct
Mental health disorders have been known to lead to alcohol or drug abuse as a way of self-medicating. At the same time, addiction to illegal substances and alcohol can lead to mental health problems. Sometimes mental health problems and substance addictions occur together. Many people diagnosed with a substance use disorder (SUD) also suffer from […]
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Oct
Oct
The number that surprises most new parents isn’t the crib or the car seat. It’s what a baby costs before they even come home, and what the first year adds up to once everything is counted. Recent estimates put the average first year of raising a baby somewhere around $21,000 to $36,000, depending on where […]
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Oct
Oct
Are you going through menopause? Have you had a hysterectomy? If so, have you experienced hot flashes, night sweats, insomnia, mood swings, vaginal discomfort, or weight fluctuation? These common menopausal symptoms appear when the body stops making estrogen during menopause or following a hysterectomy. Hormone therapy for menopause can help you lead a more normal […]
