Too Many Pills to Take? Try Pillpack
New system to dispense prescription medicine helpful to those who take several drugs a day By Eva Briggs, M.D. As
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Consumer’s Corner
The Miracles of Aspirin
It treats fever, plain, inflammation and helps prevent heart attacks — but it also brings serious risks to those who take
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Pets Can Share More Than Their Love With You
Cats, dogs, chickens, snakes, can transmit all sorts of bacteria to humans. Children and older adults are more susceptible to
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Avoid Falling on Ice
Wearing the right boots is crucial to avoiding falling on icy surfaces By Eva Briggs, M.D. I don’t like falling
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Options for Assistive Devices Abound
By Eva Briggs, M.D. A few months ago I broke my foot, necessitating crutches first and later a cane, which
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Understanding MRSA, and How to Avoid Contracting It.
Hint: Cleaning commonly touched surfaces — doorknobs, the TV remote, appliance handles, etc. — is a great first step By
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