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Wellness

How Much Does a Broken Bone Cost Without Insurance in 2021?

The cost of treating a broken bone can quickly add up, with the price ranging from a few hundred dollars to over $10,000 in some cases.

Alexis Bryan13 Oct 2021
Wellness

8 Ways to Prevent Kidney Stones

Staying hydrated, reducing sodium and calcium intake, and a few other lifestyle changes can reduce the likelihood of developing kidney stones. Read more.

Ashley Brooks06 Oct 2021
Wellness

How Much Water Should You Drink per Day?

On average, women need 11.5 cups (2.7 liters) of water each day, and men need 15.5  cups (3.7  liters) each day.

Madeline Hlobik08 Oct 2021
Wellness

The Best Melatonin for Sleep in 2021

We found that the best overall melatonin supplement for sleep is Nature Made Melatonin.

Talor Bianchini29 Sep 2021
Insights

Is Health Insurance Mandatory for College Students?

Most colleges in the United States require their students to have health insurance. If the plan you have does not meet your university’s eligibility requirements, you will have to pay for the plan that the school provides.

Talor Bianchini08 Sep 2021
Insights

What’s the Best Treatment for Common Warts?

Common warts are caused by excessive skin cell growth due to infection with human papillomavirus (HPV). Most common warts will go away on their own without any treatment in about a year or two, but others may grow nearby. There are lots of treatments for removing common warts, and some can even be done at home. Overall, the best treatment is salicylic acid.

Talor Bianchini08 Sep 2021
Tips

What Is the Best Medicine for an Ear Infection?

The best-recommended pain relievers for individuals with an ear infection to take are Tylenol (acetaminophen) and Motrin (Ibuprofen), the best oral antibiotic is amoxicillin, the best ototopical antibiotic is ofloxacin .3% ear drops, and the best anesthetic ear drops are antipyrine and benzocaine otic (A/B Otic) drops.

Madeline Hlobik17 Sep 2021
Insights

What Are the Health Benefits of Using CBD?

There are many benefits to using CBD, including pain relief, reducing anxiety, and even relieving epilepsy. Although there are many benefits to taking CBD, there are also associated risks and side effects if you are currently taking prescription medications.

Talor Bianchini08 Sep 2021
Prescriptions

Descovy vs. Truvada: What's the Difference?

The difference between Descovy and Truvada is that Descovy contains a newer form of tenofovir while Truvada contains the original form of tenofovir. Compared to Descovy, Truvada has been shown to have more adverse effects on kidney function and bone density.

Alexis Bryan13 Sep 2021
Tips

How To Strengthen Your Pelvic Floor?

Your pelvic floor is the group of muscles found in the floor or base of your pelvis that supports pelvic organs. If this group of muscles is not strong, you may experience issues such as a lack of bladder control, or incontinence. In order to strengthen your pelvic floor, you should consider consulting with a physical therapist and performing daily exercises.

Madeline Hlobik02 Sep 2021
Insights

How To Find an LGBTQ+ Friendly Doctor

To create a safe and welcoming space, physicians must acquire the training and knowledge regarding special considerations for LGBTQ+. Many local and online resources exist to enable members of the LGBTQ+ community to find comprehensive care without fear of adverse consequences.

Ashley Brooks02 Sep 2021
Sexual Health

Can Men Get UTIs?

While UTIs are more common in women, men can get them as well. Men most commonly get urethritis, an infection of the urethra. UTIs' signs and symptoms display themselves differently in men than women, so it's important to know what to look out for.

Talor Bianchini02 Sep 2021
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