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Health Headlines 6/2/09

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Listen To Our Podcast: 725 Allergy and Asthma
Molds and pollen from grasses and trees trigger allergies that cause a lot of misery. Red, itchy eyes and runny noses are often accompanied by cognitive fogginess. Judgment may be affected. But the common treatments, especially OTC antihistamines, may not...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/free_podcast/725_allergy_and_asthma.php
Interactions May Have Deadly Results
Interactions May Have Deadly Results Ask any sixth grader what 1+1 equals and you will be told the answer is 2. Ask a pharmacist, though, and you might get a different answer.In the Alice-in-Wonderland world of pharmaceuticals, sometimes 1+1 equals 0 or even 3. That’s...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/editorial/interactions_may_have_deadly_results.php
Coconut Eased Diarrhea Problem
Coconut Eased Diarrhea Problem Q. I heard a guy on the radio talk about easing his chronic, relentless diarrhea with coconut. I have had a very bad time with diarrhea also, so I have tried eating some raw shredded coconut.I can’t believe how well...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/herb_home_remedy_qa/coconut_eased_diarrhea_problem.php
Non-Drug Ways to Chill Hot Flashes
Non-Drug Ways to Chill Hot Flashes Q. I am 56 years old--well into menopause--and stopped taking prescription hormones about four months ago. While they helped somewhat with the hot flashes, they did little for the vaginal dryness and loss of libido. I felt they weren't worth...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/herb_home_remedy_qa/nondrug_ways_to_chill_hot_flashes.php
Poison Ivy Is Risky Remedy for Warts
Poison Ivy Is Risky Remedy for Warts Q. I have recurring warts on one hand. My doctor has frozen them off and burned them off and they keep returning. She mentioned that some people have used poison ivy to get rid of warts. What do you know...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/herb_home_remedy_qa/poison_ivy_is_risky_remedy_for_warts.php
Pepto-Bismol to De-Odorize Gas
Pepto-Bismol to De-Odorize Gas Q. What products are available that can stop the terrible smell of gas when dietary discretion is not enough?A. Pepto-Bismol (bismuth subsalicylate) appears to be effective at reducing hydrogen sulfide formation (Gastroenterology, May, 1998). This is responsible for some of...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/pharmacy_qa/peptobismol_to_deodorize_gas.php
Replacing Sunscreen
Replacing Sunscreen Q. When does sunscreen expire? Should I replace my sunscreen every year?A. Some sunscreens come with expiration dates, so it would be worth checking the label. The FDA requires all sunscreens to remain stable for three years. If we assume...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/pharmacy_qa/replacing_sunscreen.php
Side Effects from Blood Pressure Drug Atenolol
Side Effects from Blood Pressure Drug Atenolol Q. I have been on atenolol for blood pressure for a little over a year. I am having problems like extremely cold feet, dizziness, fatigue and trouble breathing.My doctors say I have to take this medicine, but I am ready...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/pharmacy_qa/side_effects_from_blood_pressure_drug_atenolol.php
Is She Addicted to Her Eye Drops?
Is She Addicted to Her Eye Drops? Q. I’ve heard about becoming addicted to nasal sprays, but I wonder if one can become addicted to eye drops. I have severe dry eyes along with allergies, and I need a dose of eye drops first thing in the...
http://www.peoplespharmacy.com/archives/pharmacy_qa/is_she_addicted_to_her_eye_drops.php

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