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COVID-19 | COVID-19: Allergic reactions to Pfizer vaccine are rare | Written by James Kingsland on January 29, 2021 | Severe allergic reactions occur at a rate of 11.1 cases for every million first doses of the Pfizer-BioNTech vaccine, new research estimates.rn | Read on |
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| How do stay-at-home mandates impact mental health? | Written by Beth JoJack on January 29, 2021 | New research looks at the mental health impact of stay-at-home-mandates, which aim to curb the spread of the new coronavirus. The results are optimistic. | Read on |
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| Depression, anxiety spur pandemic alcohol consumption | Written by Robby Berman on January 29, 2021 | A new study finds that depression and anxiety increase the likelihood of drinking more alcohol during the pandemic, particularly in those over 40. | Read on |
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| Medical myths: 13 COVID-19 vaccine myths | Written by Tim Newman on January 29, 2021 | In this edition of Medical Myths, we unpack some of the many myths related to the COVID-19 vaccines. We tackle everything from microchips to fetal tissue. | Read on |
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| COVID-19 vaccine trials: Live updates | Written by Tim Newman on January 29, 2021 | This live article contains regularly updated information on the experimental vaccines being developed for COVID-19. | Read on |
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Dentistry | What causes black spots inside the cheek? | Written by Aaron Kandola on January 29, 2021 | Black spots inside the cheek have many possible causes, including ulcers, blisters, and mouth cancer. This article will examine some causes and treatments. | Read on |
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| What to know about tongue ulcers | Written by Jon Johnson on January 29, 2021 | Canker sores can appear on the tongue. Learn more about tongue ulcers, including their symptoms, causes, and treatment, and how to identify them. | Read on |
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Dermatology | How to get rid of small bumps on the forehead | Written by Amanda Barrell on January 29, 2021 | People often associate small bumps on the forehead with acne, but there are other reasons. Learn the causes, treatments, and more. | Read on |
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| What is an epidermoid cyst? | Written by Hana Ames on January 29, 2021 | An epidermoid cyst is a harmless growth that contains keratin. Learn more about its symptoms, and treatment options, here. | Read on |
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| What to know about dry skin | Written by Amanda Barrell on January 29, 2021 | Many people have dry skin. It happens when the skin does not have all the water or naturally occurring oils it needs to maintain itself. Learn more here. | Read on |
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Headache / Migraine | How long do migraine attacks last? Duration, symptoms, and what to do | Written by Zia Sherrell on January 29, 2021 | The duration of a migraine varies for each person, typically between 4 to 72 hours. This article looks at how long migraines last, stages, and when to seek help | Read on |
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| Which foods help prevent migraines? | Written by Rachel Nall, MSN, CRNA on January 29, 2021 | Food is one of the possible triggers of migraines. As a result, some people who get migraines may benefit from eating or avoiding certain types of food. Learn more about the foods that could prevent, trigger, or relieve a migraine here. | Read on |
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| Can you take aspirin for a migraine? | Written by Jessica Caporuscio, Pharm.D. on January 29, 2021 | Aspirin can be an effective first-line treatment for migraine. Learn more about aspirin for migraine, including dosages and side effects. | Read on |
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Respiratory | What is it like having pneumonia? | Written by Veronica Zambon on January 29, 2021 | The way people experience pneumonia depends on their age and the type of pneumonia they have. Learn more here and find out how it compares with flu and colds. | Read on |
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