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How to Prevent and Stop the Itch of Mosquito Bites FAST!

How do you prevent mosquito bites? DEET, picaridin, vitamin B1? If that fails, how do you stop the itch of mosquito bites? How about HEAT?

Terry Graedon - February 26, 2024

Milk of Magnesia for Odd Underarm Odor

Joe Graedon - February 19, 2024

Do Statins Cause Diabetes? Many MDs Wish It Weren’t So!

Terry Graedon - April 24, 2023

St. John’s Wort Can Lift Mood, But May Damage Eyes

Terry Graedon - February 23, 2023

When Do You Need to Lower Your Child’s Fever?

Joe Graedon - November 24, 2022

Brain Changes from COVID Affect Memory!

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Terry Graedon - October 20, 2022

Can Ashwagandha Help You with Stress and Sleep?

Readers have found that an Indian Ayurvedic herb, ashwagandha, can help ease anxiety, overcome insomnia and relieve joint pain.

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Terry Graedon - October 6, 2022

Will Saline Irrigation Ease Sinus Congestion?

A simple saline solution can help rinse out nasal passages and ease sinus congestion. In addition, use may speed recovery from COVID-19, according to a new study.

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Joe Graedon - August 1, 2022

Can MoM (milk of magnesia) Offer Relief from Jock Itch?

Jock itch is a misnomer. This fungal infection can affect women (under breast rash, groin area) as well as men. Can MoM bring relief from jock itch?

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Joe Graedon - January 6, 2022

Will Politicians Ever Lower High Drug Prices?

Drug prices are going up! Surprised? We didn't think so. Politicians keep promising to lower high drug prices and keep failing miserably.

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Joe Graedon - December 13, 2021

Do Heartburn Drugs or Antihistamines Trigger RLS (Restless Legs Syndrome)?

Restless legs syndrome can be mysterious. Most people do their best to cope with RLS. But did you know that some meds like antihistamines trigger RLS?

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Joe Graedon - July 22, 2019

Have You Ever Been Warned About Irreversible Drug Side Effects?

When treatments cause irreversible drug side effects, the permanent damage to the patient's quality of life may be incalculable.

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Dennis Miller, RPh - July 17, 2019

Drug Advertisements, Scary Side Effects and Cognitive Dissonance

How do pharmacists and the general public react to the reality of potentially very serious adverse effects? Is denial a common coping mechanism?

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Joe Graedon - July 15, 2019

Beware Zolpidem Zombies on Airplanes

We all seek a good night's sleep. Commercials for prescription sleeping pills make them seem very appealing. There's no mention of zolpidem zombies, though.

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Joe Graedon - July 15, 2019

Can You Prevent Blisters Safely with Aluminum Antiperspirant?

If you have ever developed a blister while exercising you know how disruptive it can be. What can you do to prevent blisters? Is aluminum safe for feet?

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Terry Graedon - July 15, 2019

How to Remove Splinters with Duct Tape

Have you ever used duct tape or white glue to remove splinters? These home remedies can work surprisingly well, as can wart plasters.

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Joe Graedon - July 11, 2019

Think Zinc for Better Blood Sugar Control

Did you know that zinc is a really important mineral? It is especially crucial for blood sugar management. Many vegetarians could well be low in zinc.

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Joe Graedon - July 11, 2019

Prostate Cancer Therapy and Dementia: The Link Gets Stronger

Determining the best treatment(s) for PCa is challenging. Hormone suppression is common. Is there a link between this prostate cancer therapy and dementia?

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Terry Graedon - July 11, 2019

Are Diets and Supplements Useless for Your Heart?

An analysis of more than 200 trials concluded that diets and supplements won't protect you from heart attacks. But this conclusion might not apply to you.

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Joe Graedon - July 8, 2019

Statins and Nerve Damage (Peripheral Neuropathy): An Overlooked Side Effect!

Is cholesterol necesary for proper nerve function? Most prescribers are unaware of this idea, but statins and nerve damage in type 2 diabetes are related.

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Joe Graedon - July 8, 2019

The Beta Blocker Blahs Can Be Debilitating

Beta blockers like atenolol, metoprolol and propranolol used to be very popular BP drugs. But the beta blocker blahs can be problematic. What else works?

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Joe Graedon - June 27, 2019

Statins, Low LDL Cholesterol and Nerve Damage in People with Diabetes

Could there be a relationship between statins and low LDL cholesterol and nerve damage? A new study from Germany has produced evidence that there is a link.

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Joe Graedon - June 17, 2019

Why Aren’t Docs Outraged by Inadequate Generic Drug Approval?

The FDA says that generic drugs are equal to brand name medicines. A new book, Bottle of Lies, reveals that generic drug approval and monitoring is flawed!

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Joe Graedon - May 27, 2019

Doctors Resist Removing White Coats and Ties

Would you be upset if your health professionals didn't wear white coats? Should they ditch their ties and jewelry? What about sterilizing the stethoscopes?

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Joe Graedon - May 23, 2019

Did The FDA Bury Details About Defective Medical Devices?

Many patients are unaware of the terrible problems associated with defective medical devices. That's in part because data about faulty devices was hidden.

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Joe Graedon - May 20, 2019

Can You Avoid Skin Damage Without Sunscreen?

Are you concerned that sunscreen chemicals are absorbed into your body? Can you prevent skin damage without sunscreen or is that an impossible goal?

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Joe Graedon - May 20, 2019

Turmeric Lowered Cholesterol Raised by Glucosamine?

Have you ever taken glucosamine and chondroitin for sore joints? Did this combo raise cholesterol? Turmeric lowered cholesterol AND eased inflammation.

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Joe Graedon - May 20, 2019

Sonic Slush, Brain Freeze and Migraine Relief

Why would anyone want to create brain freeze? Some people report that drinking something cold or eating ice cream can sometimes provide migraine relief.

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Joe Graedon - May 6, 2019

Do Statins Cause Nerve Pain (Neuropathy)?

Statins are among the most prescribed drugs in the world. Do such medications cause nerve pain (peripheral neuropathy)? Most experts say no. Are there data?

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Joe Graedon - May 6, 2019

Goldilocks Got It Right: Don’t Overmedicate!

These days there seems to be a tendency to overmedicate. Many people take a handful of pills every morning. Have doctors forgotten the story of Goldilocks?