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Our in-house team synthesizes scientific research and translates them into easy-to-digest content for you to get educated on the latest health and healthcare information.

Wellness

Tips for Picking the Best Sunscreen

There are two types of sunscreen, physical and chemical. Sunscreen is crucial to maintaining healthy skin and improving its overall appearance. Adding sunscreen to your daily skincare routine reduces broad sun exposure and damage, especially on sensitive skin, and renders numerous health and beauty benefits.

Alexandra Thompson23 Aug 2022

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Urgent Care

Where Can I Go for a Toothache?

Besides the dentist, you may consider going to urgent care or the emergency room for tooth pain. It is also essential to keep in mind that it might not be helpful to visit your primary care doctor. There may be times when the severity of your pain might need you to seek emergency or urgent care. If you are experiencing other symptoms such as a fever, swelling in your face, or trouble breathing or swallowing, along with your toothache, you must go to your nearest emergency room or urgent care facility.

Girisha Bharadwaj23 Aug 2022

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COVID-19

Where to Get Antiviral Medication Paxlovid in New Jersey

A list of pharmacies that have courses of paxlovid in stock across the state of New Jersey in north, central and south Jersey.

Girisha Bharadwaj23 Apr 2024

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Research

What is the Difference Between Antibiotics and Antivirals?

Antibiotics are used to treat bacterial infections such as urinary tract infections (UTIs), pneumonia, sinus and ear infections, and strep throat. While most antivirals work by stopping a virus from entering healthy cells or by inhibiting viral DNA replication. Unlike antibiotics, antivirals mostly inhibit the growth and replication of viruses as opposed to killing the pathogen.

Sophie Wei27 Jun 2022

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Healthcare Cost

How Much Does a Breast Augmentation Cost with Insurance??

The American Society of Plastic Surgeons (ASPS) reports the average cost of a breast augmentation surgery as $4,516. However, the costs of breast augmentation can range from $3,600 to $9,000. There are a lot of factors that can contribute to the pricing of breast augmentation surgery, including the type of breast augmentation, the location of the surgery, and the cost of the consultation.

Sophie Wei28 Jun 2022

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Insights

How Can I Prevent Lyme Disease This Summer?

Covering your skin minimizes the risk of finding exposed skin to bite as well as avoiding walking through tall bushes or other vegetation. Avoid sitting on the ground or on stone walls. You can also modify your landscape to create "tick-safe zone".

Erica Kahn23 Aug 2022

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Sexual Health

How Much is Herpes Medication Without Insurance?

The average cost of genital herpes ranges between $23.77 and $818.06. Treatment of genital herpes refers to treating the symptoms and because there is no cure for genital herpes, treating symptoms is a continuous process. The cost of antiviral medication to treat genital herpes varies based on the specific antiviral you are prescribed and choose to use.

Kendra Bean11 May 2024

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Healthcare Cost

How Much Does it Cost To Get Skin Tags Removed without Insurance?

On average, it costs $150 to get a skin tag removed by a doctor depending on the method they use. Costs can start at $90. There are several OTC options available at grocery and drug stores that can be used to remove a skin tag safely. Most options use methods that are similar to ligation and cryotherapy but on a less-invasive scale.

Alexandra Thompson23 Aug 2022

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Wellness

5 Best Physical Therapy Locations in NYC in 2024

The top locations in Manhattan are Spear Physical Therapy, Integrative Physical Therapy of NYC, Evolve Physical Therapy & Sports Rehabilitation, Cynergy Physical Therapy, and ActiveCare Physical Therapy. Physical therapy is one of the most in-demand healthcare services in the country. Physical therapy is a hands-on and medication-free treatment that is often subscribed to patients experiencing pain, mobility issues, sports injuries, and a variety of other conditions or symptoms.

Girisha Bharadwaj1 Jan 2024

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Insights

How Much Does Life Insurance Cost in 2024?

The average monthly premium for a $500,000 20-year term life insurance policy for a 40-year-old individual, is $27 per month. There are over six different types of life insurance policies available to most individuals.

Girisha Bharadwaj1 Jan 2024

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COVID-19

Weird Aftertaste from Paxlovid COVID Pills. Why and How Long Does It Last?

Paxlovid has been shown to leave a weird metallic taste in the mouth called dysgeusia which means altered or impaired sense of taste. Our taste buds are made up of papillae which detect the various flavors in our foods, and certain medications, like paxlovid, trigger the bitterness receptors in our taste buds.

Janelle Campbell23 Apr 2024

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Wellness

5 Healthy Snacks to Make This Summer 2024

5 Snack options for summer include snacks to share like a healthy charcuterie board that includes crackers, nuts, cheese, and meat. Options like chips and dip can also pack a nutritional punch!

Dvora Kluwgant, MD1 Jan 2024

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