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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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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A Pap smear (Pap test) is an exam that tests for cervical cancer. The test can also look for abnormal cells in the cervix, which can become cancer. A routine Pap smear is a regular part of your overall health care. You may have questions about getting a Pap test, like how often you need […]
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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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Expenses start adding up as soon as you become pregnant. Organizing your finances is one of the most important parts of readying yourself and your family for your new baby’s arrival. A newborn’s first few days, weeks, and months are a wonderful, hectic whirlwind. Now’s the time (while you still have it) to meet some […]
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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 […]
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Pelvic exams inspect your reproductive organs. During the examination, your doctor will look at your vagina, cervix, fallopian tubes, vulva, ovaries, and uterus for abnormalities. The exam only takes a couple of minutes and is done in your doctor’s office. Gynecologic care is vital for ALL women, regardless of age. However, most women will receive […]
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Birth control is how you prevent pregnancy. Different birth control options include pills, intrauterine devices (IUDs), and barrier methods like condoms. Use birth control if you’re sexually active and don’t want to become pregnant. Pregnancy can happen whenever you have unprotected sex. Your best birth control option depends on your health, your plans to have […]
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High blood pressure (hypertension) can be tricky because people don’t realize they have it a lot of the time. But uncontrolled high blood pressure can put you at risk for potentially life-threatening complications. According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around one out of three American adults have high blood pressure. […]
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What you eat in a day makes a massive difference in your health. You probably know what healthy eating looks like: less sugar, fewer stops to the drive-through, and more fruits and veggies. But when it comes to having good nutrition, many of us don’t know the benefits of proper nutrition or how to achieve […]