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10 Ways Doctors Protect Themselves From Coronavirus
These are the same infection-control measures that everyone should be taking.
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10 Ways You’re Washing Your Hands Wrong
Improper handwashing can leave you susceptible to germs. Make sure you’re not making common hand-washing mistakes.
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This Woman Suffered Excruciating Pain in Her Hands, and Doctors Couldn’t Figure Out Why
A 42-year-old woman had been experiencing excruciating pain in her hands for 10 years before a doctor decided to operate—and...
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12 Things You’re Probably Sharing That Germ Experts Wouldn’t
Sharing isn't always caring. Here are the items germaphobes will want to keep to themselves.
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Coronavirus Face Masks: 9 Things Doctors Need You to Know
If you think face masks will protect you against coronavirus, think again. Here's what doctors want you to know about...
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9 Mistakes That Can Lead to a Misdiagnosis in the ER
If you need to go to the emergency room for an injury or urgent medical problem, doing your best to...
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Here’s How Much the Coronavirus Is Costing the World (So Far)
Stocks are plunging, vacations are being cancelled, and that's just the beginning.
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Epidemic vs. Pandemic: What’s the Difference?
Though you definitely don't want to be stuck in the middle of either, there is a distinction between these two...
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9 Coronavirus Myths You Should Stop Believing
Learn to separate fact from fiction when it comes COVID-19. We asked medical experts about the most common myths surrounding...
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The Humbling Moment My Five-Year-Old Taught Me About Patience
A severe stroke left my mother paranoid, confused and needy. Just when I was at my wit's end, my child...
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15 Everyday Habits That May Hurt Your Spine
Doctors reveal the everyday habits, from using your smartphone to carrying a heavy handbag, that may hurt your spine and...
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12 Common Teeth-Cleaning Mistakes That Make Dentists Cringe
From rushing your toothbrushing to overusing whitening products, we asked dentists to reveal the dental mistakes that make them cringe.
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Why Do Some People Hate Receiving Compliments?
You've put on your fanciest duds, your hair came out just right, and someone tells you how great you look....
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12 Home Remedies for a Stuffy Nose
These all-natural cures should provide relief from the pressure and pain of stuffy nose.
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Here’s How Much You Can Spoil Your Grandchildren Without Ruining Them
Mary Jane Sterne, co-author of Intentional Grandparenting, gives us her best advice on how to be a good grandparent.
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Survivors of Europe’s Liver Disease Epidemic Share Their Stories
Liver disease is skyrocketing across Europe—and it’s not due only to alcohol. Three people share their stories.
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Placebos Work Even When You Know They’re Placebos—Here’s Why
Surprising new research is revealing that placebos are more effective than we think.
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What You Need to Know About Coronavirus in Canada, According to a Germ Scientist
We ask Canadian germ expert Jason Tetro, author of The Germ Files, to weigh in on the risk of coronavirus...
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14 Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar
While the uses for white vinegar are plentiful, apple cider vinegar has arguably even more applications—some people have turned to...
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15 Signs You May Have a Love Addiction
The idea of being addicted to love, an emotion we all feel and want others to feel for us, may...
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Why You Should Do a Home Air Quality Test
Your home is your safe haven—a place where you can relax, put your feet up and enjoy time with family....
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50 Reasons Why You’ll Age Better Than Your Parents
From new medical treatments to smarter nutrition, today's adults have a good shot at living healthier into old age.
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40 Ways to Slash Your Risk of Osteoporosis
Practice osteoporosis prevention with these 40 ways that help lower risk, from adding more calcium to your diet to testing...
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15 Common Kitchen Items That Are Secretly Toxic
Our experts reveal the most common and surprising kitchen items that could be toxic or dangerous for your health if...
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How to Use Breathing Techniques to Control Chronic Pain
Medical experts share six powerful breathing techniques to help you cope with chronic pain and alleviate muscle tension and stress.
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100 New Health Studies That Will Change The Way You Live
From groundbreaking treatments to the latest in prevention, these new health studies could have a major impact on how you...
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The Surprising Reason Canadians Are Flocking to This Tropical Paradise
Long touted as the culinary capital of the Caribbean, the Cayman Islands are boasting a new draw for Canadian travellers:...
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17 Natural Cold Remedies That Really Work
Turn your kitchen cabinet into a medicine cabinet with these home remedies for colds that feature herbs, spices, and other...
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How to Stop Living in Regret
Everyone has regrets, but it's not healthy to dwell on them for too long. These tips will help you get...