Often referred to as the “kissing disease,” mononucleosis is a common ailment caused by the Epstein-Barr virus that is transmitted through saliva.
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Q. A long time ago I visited a friend in the mountains. I stepped on a wasp in the shower stall, and the sting was horribly painful.
Q. I was prescribed statins approximately 30 years ago to lower my cholesterol. l had to change statins numerous times over the years because …
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Q. I am afraid that the new restrictions on opioids may leave some people without good options. I don’t have chronic pain myself, but when my …
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Q. What can you tell me about the valsartan recall? I have been taking the Solco product for some time. When I spoke with the pharmacist yeste…
Q. Rather than a question, I offer a note about toenail fungus treatment. I have treated my toenails with Listerine for a few years, but saw o…
COLUMBUS — The Ohio Department of Health (ODH) reported today the state’s first human West Nile virus case in 2018, a 71-year-old ...
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It’s advice parents have been giving their children for generations.
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Dear Mayo Clinic: Is dry brushing effective for getting rid of cellulite? What about creams with caffeine? Is there anything else that works? …