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Evan Jarvis

Pain under the left rib cage can be caused by various conditions, ranging from benign to more serious issues. Here’s a breakdown of potential causes:. Indigestion: Overeating, eating spicy foods, or consuming carbonated drinks can lead to discomfort or pain in the upper abdominal area.

Pain Under the Ribs Above the Stomach

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High blood pressure, or hypertension, is one of the most common health conditions in the UK. Here, doctors reveal how you can lower your blood pressure through easy lifestyle changes

How to lower blood pressure: 9 ways to control it quickly and without medication

Los Angeles County, CA

Herbie J Pilato

It's been 33 years since actress Nancy Kulp died of cancer in 1991 at 69. Best known as Miss Jane Hathaway on TV's classic country comedy, The Beverly Hillbillies(CBS, 1962-1971, Kulp was a trailblazing political advocate. She was a Democratic nominee for the United States House of Representatives from Pennsylvania’s 9th congressional district. She later worked as an artist-in-residence at Juniata College and taught acting. And she was also gay. Long divorced, she came out of the closet at the age of 67 and acknowledged she was a lesbian. This is her story.

The Secret Gay Life of Nancy Kulp ('The Beverly Hillbillies'): 33 Years After Her Tragic Death

Have you decided to disinherit a child, leaving him/her nothing in your will? Perhaps you’re estranged and there’s been no contact for years…or your child is well-off and you prefer to leave your money to charity. Problem: If you simply don’t mention the child in your will,...

How To: Disinherit a Child

You’ve probably already heard of the ‘gut-brain axis’. It’s the biochemical signaling pathway between the gastrointestinal tract and your central nervous system, which has already been associated with bowel disease and dementia, as well as GERD and chronic headaches. It’s also why a good night’s sleep...

7 GI conditions linked with brain aneurysm

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Blood clots can be dangerous, especially if all or part of them break off and then travel through the bloodstream.

What causes blood clots?

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Sandy Paws Rescue Inc., a foster-based rescue in Massachusetts, has recently introduced a tiny six-pound dog named Alistair who is looking for his forever home. At only one year old, this little boy is a sweet dog who is thought to be a Maltese, "but we can’t make any guarantees that he would be suitable for those with allergies," explains the nonprofit animal rescue.

Meet The Tiny 6lb Dog Looking For Love

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Patients who are taking GLP-1 medications — including Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro and others — could face complications during surgery, recent research has shown. Doctors shared cautionary advice.

Ozempic patients may face dangerous risks during surgery, doctors warn

Salem, OH

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Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Errors in medical test results are common. For example, studies report that up to 12 percent of mammogram results are false positive, meaning they report seeing a lump or mass that is not actually present. Those same studies report that up to 20 percent of all breast cancers are not detected in a routine mammogram, thus labeled false negative.

Medical Testing Errors

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A three-year study of tirzepatide (Mounjaro/Zepbound) found that when adults who had prediabetes and obesity or overweight used it weekly, it lowered their risk of progression to diabetes by 94%

New diabetes, weight loss medications cut diabetes risk by 94%, Lilly says

Languages around the world have taboo words (curse or swear words), and the use of them is commonly frowned upon. But that doesn’t stop researchers from wanting to better understand them. Humans are thought to have been using curse words since the emergence of language. There is evidence of cursing in ancient hieroglyphic inscriptions dating back to 1000 BC.

The Science of Swearing

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This Weird Change Is an Unexpected Sign of Diabetes Doctors Are Begging People to Pay Attention To

You probably have a general sense that snacks, like most things in the American diet, have been supersized—but you may not realize by how much. A data analysis of surveys from more than 23,000 Americans who participated in the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey found that they were getting nearly one-quarter of their total daily energy intake—400 to 500 calories—from snacks. The survey asked each participant to make note of what he/she eats over a 24-hour period. Even though this may not necessarily reflect how people eat on a regular basis (it could have been taken on a day when some had wine or birthday cake), it gives researchers a good snapshot of the diets of a large number of people.

Is Snacking Your Weight-Loss Downfall?

“This post contains affiliate links, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my links.”. A dog’s esophagus is a long, flexible muscular tube that connects the throat to the stomach. It’s main function is to transport food and liquids from the mouth and into the stomach for digestion.

Understanding Esophagitis In Dogs: Symptoms, Causes, Diagnosis, and Treatments

It's been 13 years since actress Barbara Stuart, best known as Frank Sutton's no-nonsense girlfriend Bunny on TV's Gomer Pyle - USMC sitcom (CBS, 1964-1969), died from a muscular disease on May 15, 2011. She was 81 years old, and this is her story.

In Memory of 'Gomer Pyle' Actress Barbara Stuart: 13 Years After Her Tragic Muscular Disease Demise

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A retired military officer who had been struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) tragically died after jumping from the world’s largest cruise ship last month, authorities confirmed.

Cruise Passenger Who Jumped from World's Largest Ship After Dispute Suffered with PTSD

Evidence suggests chronic pain can affect the mechanism that regulates blood pressure, causing blood pressure to become too high. High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is when the pressure inside the blood vessels is consistently too high. Pain and hypertension often occur together. Blood pressure and pain. As a.

Can pain cause high blood pressure?

Kansas City, MO

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Cats have a knack of waking you up a little before you're ready to get up, sometimes more than a little before. They're worth it though. Here are five local Kansas City cats who would love to wake you up each morning. Already have a cat that wakes you up? Get yourself a back-up alarm.

Five cats that will replace your alarm clock

Leg pain can be caused by overuse, trauma, minor injuries, infection, or severe medical conditions. Although the most common causes are minor, temporary conditions, a prompt diagnosis and treatment of more severe conditions can help prevent pain from worsening and improve your long-term outlook. Muscle Cramps. Muscle cramps or spasms—commonly...

What Causes Leg Pain (and How to Find Relief)

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The protein collagen provides skin with elasticity and structure and plays an important role in the production of new skin cells. The human body produces less...

Look Younger Without Surgery

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