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Mosquito Bites and West Nile Virus: When to See a Doctor

Most mosquito bites cause just redness, swelling, and itching. But mosquitoes can carry West Nile virus. Here’s what to watch for.

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Plants That Sting and Itch

Here are some ways to relieve the discomfort and treat skin abrasions from plants that sting and itch.

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Edie’s 7 Top Tips for a Healthy, Happy Life

Edie Falco reveals her seven tips for a healthy, happy life.

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Teen Privacy: When to Cross the Line

Do the dangers of teen drug abuse override a teen’s right to privacy? In this article, experts help parents navigate the fine line between teens’ right to privacy and parental protection.

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Experimental Drug Targets Overactive Bladder

The experimental drug mirabegron may help improve symptoms and quality of life among the estimated 33 million people who live with overactive bladder (OAB).

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Medication, Surgery Both Treat Acid Reflux Well

Medication or surgery both appear to control the worst symptoms of acid reflux in many people, a new study shows.

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Study: Low Birth Defect Risk From Newer Epilepsy Drugs

Use of newer antiseizure drugs during the first trimester of pregnancy was not associated with an increased risk for major birth defects in one of the largest studies ever to examine the issue.

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An antidepressant that modifies sleep-wake cycles proved effective for treating major depression while also improving the sleep quality of patients in key studies, according to a newly published analysis.

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Coffee May Lower Prostate Cancer Risk

Men who drink coffee regularly appear to lower their risk of prostate cancer, especially the lethal form, new research suggests.

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Teens and Screen Time

Help teens reduce their screen time without stress for you or them. Get them away from phones, TVs, and computers and get kids active instead.

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