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Symptoms of the condition vary from person to person, but there are a few feelings and habits to note.

The 9 Biggest Signs Of Autism In Adulthood

Different blood tests, including a complete blood count (CBC), iron test, or B12 test, can help diagnose anemia, which can have different causes. Anemia occurs when there are not enough healthy red blood cells or hemoglobin in the blood to transport oxygen to cells. A CBC can reveal if a...

Anemia blood test: Types and results explained

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?

Apache Junction, AZ

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When I studied Anthropology in college, I learned that teeth have been indicators of economic status just about forever. Archaeologists look at the teeth in ancient skeletons and know who the rich were based on their tooth decay. During the Renaissance period, it became fashionable for women to blacken their teeth to look like they were better off than they were, because the royals and aristocrats, who could afford sugar and sweets, had more rotten and missing teeth than the poor.

Opinion: Stop Stereotyping Bad Teeth as a Sign of Drug Addiction

Colorado State

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A bill quietly introduced this spring in the Colorado legislature to decriminalize the possession of drug paraphernalia obtained by harm reductionists has become law. As low-key as the legislation was introduced, the bill was signed into law without fanfare June 6. It garnered little to no media attention.

Colorado legalizes needles, pipes for meth and crack if obtained by harm reduction group

Denver, CO

In addition to collecting more than 8,000 used needles in the past year from Denver drug users, the Harm Reduction Action Center passed out 10,000 meth pipes and “snort kits,” according to a newsletter sent to its supporters Thursday. They also connected about 1,700 people to medical, mental health and substance abuse treatment.

Denver group hands out 10K meth pipes, ‘snort kits,’ connects 1,700 to treatment annually

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Stressed? Of course you are. Luckily for you, and the entire U.S. population, scientists believe they may have identified the most relaxing song in the world.Music has forever been associated with bringing about relaxation, happiness, and serenity — whether it's a Gregorian chant or some Enya accompanied by a glass of merlot.Neuroscientists in the United Kingdom think they have found the one song that relieves stress and soothes our souls more than any other.

Neuroscientists say this is the most relaxing song in the world

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This article uses AI writing tools to improve quality. Healing from emotional trauma is a deeply personal and often challenging journey. It requires patience, self-compassion, and a willingness to confront and process painful emotions.

How To Heal from Emotional Trauma

North Dakota Monitor

When Jessica Whitehawk helped start a women’s health support center over a decade ago, her team worked out of a tiny room in the back of a nonprofit office on the Yakama Nation Reservation in Washington state. Pregnant women traveled to that room from the farthest reaches of the 1.3 million-acre reservation because they had […]

Lackluster investigations may perpetuate high Native infant mortality rate

Medical News Today

A recent study has found an association between severe menopause symptoms and mild cognitive impairment, calling for further research on this topic.

Severe menopause symptoms linked to mild cognitive impairment

A new scientific review of 148 studies enrolling over 4.3 million adult chronic pain patients treated with prescription opioid painkillers has found that nearly one in ten patients experiences opioid dependence or opioid use disorder and nearly one in three shows symptoms of dependence and opioid use disorder. This review provides a more accurate -- and more concerning -- rate of opioid misuse than has previously been calculated. It was conducted by researchers at the University of Bristol, funded by the National Institute for Health and Care Research (NIHR), and appears in the scientific journal Addiction.

Prescription Painkiller Misuse in Chronic Pain Patients

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Medically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOMFact checked by Nick BlackmerMedically reviewed by Arno Kroner, DAOMFact checked by Nick BlackmerWood therapy is a type of massage that uses different hand-held wooden tools to massage your body. Massage therapists and spa owners who offer wood therapy claim that this type of massage has a number of benefits, such as boosting blood circulation, promoting lymphatic drainage, smoothing your skin, reducing the appearance of cellulite, and decreasing stress.However, research on the effectiveness of wood therapy is limited at this time, so it’s important to talk to your healthcare team to learn whether this treatment...

What Is Wood Therapy—and Does It Have Benefits?

Brisdelle (paroxetine) is a brand-name drug that’s prescribed for vasomotor symptoms (hot flashes) in adults going through menopause. Brisdelle comes as a capsule that’s typically taken once per day at bedtime. Brisdelle belongs to a drug class called selective serotonin reuptake inhibitors (SSRIs). Brisdelle is available in a...

Brisdelle dosage

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Pro Decluttering Tips To Start Working On Today is a list I put together using the years of experience gained helping others declutter. I've seen firsthand how transforming a cluttered space can lead to a more peaceful and productive life.

15 Pro Decluttering Tips To Start Working On Today!

What is spiritual emergence? As the psychedelic resurgence continues to gain momentum and the term is gaining more visibility, many are asking this question. The phenomenon of spiritual emergence isn’t new, however – it predates contemporary awareness by millenia. Preeminent psychiatrist and pioneer of transpersonal psychology, Stanislav Grof,...

What is Spiritual Emergence and How Does it Relate to Psychedelics?

The unsettling experience of nightmares is something many people have faced, but new research has found that loneliness might be a significant predictor of their frequency. A recent study published in The Journal of Psychology explored this connection, suggesting that our need for social bonds is deeply intertwined with our sleep quality.

Loneliness haunts us even in our dreams, new psychology research suggests

Booneville, MS

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A Booneville man finds himself in jail after children in his care tested positive for drugs according to a press release from the Booneville Police. After being indicted by the Prentiss County Grand Jury, 22 year old Dustin Blade Asher of Booneville has been charged with Two Counts of Child Endangerment. This charge relates to two children in his care testing positive for drugs, according to the Boonevile police.

Booneville Man Arrested For Child Endangerment After Children Test Positive For Drugs

Virginia State

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Disclaimer: This article was written with the help of A.I. software. On July 28, 2024, a TikTok video posted by Erica W., known as @tasteofmelanin on the platform, garnered significant attention after she exposed disturbing racist decorations in an Airbnb rental. The incident occurred in a rental property that Erica had booked, although the exact location remains unspecified. The video has since gone viral, prompting widespread concern and leading to the removal of the listing from Airbnb's platform.

Airbnb Listing Taken Down After Black Woman Finds Hanging Monkeys and Cotton Used As Decor

There have been many studies examining the potential positive and negative effects of caffeine on a person’s health. Much previous research has focused on how caffeine might impact heart health. A new study says that people who chronically drink high amounts of caffeine may increase their risk of cardiovascular...

Drinking high amounts of caffeine 5 days a week may increase heart disease risk

High cholesterol may trigger inflammation and vice versa. Certain lifestyle measures, such as dietary changes, may help reduce and prevent both high cholesterol and inflammation. Cholesterol is a type of fat that is important to health. However, high levels of “bad” cholesterol can increase the risk of cardiovascular disease....

What is the connection between high cholesterol and inflammation?

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How does hypnobirthing help during childbirth?

Hypnobirthing is a birth preparation method that incorporates self-hypnosis, relaxation, and breathing techniques to empower a birthing person to have a more positive and controlled childbirth...

How does hypnobirthing help during childbirth?

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