Paracetamol is also known as acetaminophen, is a drug used as a mild pain killer. It is also used as a fever reducer. The question I am going to answer is “Does paracetamol make your blood thinner”? What is Paracetamol? …
Many people take a blood pressure pill and a blood thinner. As a cardiac nurse, I get asked this question frequently: “Is high blood pressure medication considered a blood thinner”? The short answer is no. Blood thinners and high blood …
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Today we will discuss the most common treatment for sleep apnea and also some alternative treatments that can be equally effective, or even better, and can help you find the best way to sleep with sleep apnea. What is …
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Clinical depression is a medical condition that goes beyond everyday sadness. Depression takes a toll on people’s lives. Depression is the most common mental disorder in the United States. In this article, we will discuss depression and anxiety overview and …
All of a sudden, Tom started to have nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea. The vomiting has been going on for 3 days. Diarrhea has been going on for 2 days. Tom knows he is starting to get dehydrated because he has …
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In Nigeria, 9.2 million girls and women become pregnant each year. This is supposed to be a joyous occasion. However, for some families, it is a time of heartache. Maternal and child health is important in Nigeria. In this article, …
After 30 years of being in the nursing field, I have witnessed so much from tears of joy to despair. I have witnessed people being told they only had 3 months to live, and then they defy all odds and …
Irritable bowel syndrome or IBS is a disorder of the large intestines. Irritable bowel syndrome has no cure. People who are affected by this disorder sometimes have crippling pain. There are medications that help, but sometimes the medications are ineffective. …
Manuka honey has tons of benefits. Although manuka honey is only cultivated in New Zealand, there are plenty of places to buy manuka honey around the world. Manuka honey can be bought in the natural food store or online. I am …
The flu season is upon us. The flu season is from October to April. During this season, the doctors are all reminding us to get the flu shot and to take precautions. However, the flu shot is not without controversy. There is …
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