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Bed bug bites tend to show up in a distinct pattern—here’s what to look for

The Most Common Bed Bug Bite Symptoms—and Doctor-Approved Ways to Heal Them at Home

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In the age of viral challenges and mukbangs, where individuals indulge in excessive amounts of food for entertainment, the dangers lurking behind seemingly harmless acts can be easily overlooked.

Woman Almost Died From Brain Damage After Ingesting A Gallon of Pickles For Her Mukbang Followers

USA TODAY

If the feeling of petroleum jelly doesn't bother you, it's OK to use just about anywhere, including on your lips and face.

Yes, petroleum jelly is a good moisturizer, but beware before you use it on your face

Tom's Guide

We all have our own favorite products to clean our bathtub, but are they causing more harm than good? An expert reveals what cleaning products we should be avoiding.

4 products you should never use to clean your bathtub according to experts

The US Sun

OUR resident specialist and NHS GP, Dr Zoe Williams, shares her expert advice. Today, Dr Zoe helps a reader who has been having headaches for several months. Q) I AM a 65-year-old man and after suffering with headaches for several months, was diagnosed with spondylitis in my neck area. My GP prescribed acupuncture as I […]

My neck grinds and cracks when I move it, what can I do? Dr Zoe Williams answers your health questions

A DAD was diagnosed with cancer just two days after the birth of his third child. Jay Martin, 47, noticed a lump on his neck in March 2023 but thought it was a swollen gland until it started to get bigger. Two months later, in May 2023, just 48 hours after his third child was […]

Dad, 47, diagnosed with incurable cancer just 2 days after his baby was born as family ‘make final memories’

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Medically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDMedically reviewed by Robert Burakoff, MDPoop with foam is a stool that has a foamy, frothy, or bubbly appearance, usually due to having too much fat or mucus in your stool. This symptom can be caused by various health conditions, gastrointestinal (GI) infections, or your diet.Occasional poop with foam generally clears up on its own, but having consistently foamy poop may be the result of an underlying issue. A healthcare provider can help determine the root cause and recommend a treatment plan.What Does Poop With Foam Look Like?Poop with foam describes poop with a frothy...

What Causes Poop With Foam?

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Dianna Carney

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

New York Post

A woman who lost her tongue to cancer had it reconstructed with flesh from her left arm – and has a tattoo on it.

Jennifer Alexander, 52, was 37 when she was first diagnosed with stage one tongue cancer.

For over a decade before that she had a recurring leukoplakia – a painful white patch on her tongue caused by HPV.

But in August 2009, she developed a blueberry-sized tumour, and rushed to a dentist where she was given a biopsy.



After undergoing surgery on August 21, 2009 to remove the tumour, the cancer returned twice – in October 2017 and October 2019.

In March...

I lost my tongue to cancer —I had a new one made from my arm with a tattoo

A MUM has claimed her daughter went to hospital three times but died from “starvation” after doctors refused to give her a feeding tube. Sarah Boothby-O’Neill told an inquest her 27-year-old daughter Maeve’s death was “wholly preventable”. Maeve had suffered from myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME) since she was 13. She was being treated at the Royal […]

My daughter, 27, went to hospital 3 times but still died from ‘starvation’ after doctors ‘refused a feeding tube’

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Some White people are getting melanin injections to look and feel Black, but many questions remain unanswered!. In an ongoing and controversial beauty trend, some white individuals are taking drastic measures to achieve a darker complexion by using melanin injections. Dubbed “melanotan,” this illegal and unregulated drug is being promoted...

It’s Crazy! Some Whites Are Using ‘Melanin Injections’ To Look And Feel Black

Fox News

When communicating with a dementia patient, experts say it’s important to choose your language carefully and avoid certain phrases or questions. These 16 examples top the list.

Dementia warning: Don't ever say these 16 things to loved ones with the disease, experts advise

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Lavender, with its distinctive fragrance and soothing properties, is a popular herb used in various forms, including essential oils, teas, and dried bundles. Burning lavender, whether for its aroma, therapeutic effects, or ceremonial reasons, is a practice embraced in many cultures. But what exactly happens when you burn lavender, and what are the potential benefits and risks associated with this practice?

What Happens If You Burn Lavender

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Last week, two individuals from Coffee County were charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a search at a residence on Willacoochee Highway. On August 13, detectives with the Coffee County Drug Unit conducted an operation involving Charles Black, which led to a search of his residence on Willacoochee Highway. According to the report, Black left his residence before the warrant was served and was subsequently detained.

Two Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine After Search in Coffee County

Does this happen to you? Someone asks you about your hearing aids, or cochlear implant, or ask how long you’ve had ‘it’. And as you start talking, eyes glaze over as your family or friends listen to that same hearing loss talk once again. When I told...

Do People Wish You’d Shut Up About Hearing Loss?

Requirements for doctor's notes of excuse for school absences are inequitable. Administrative labeling of absences as "excused," "unexcused," or "truant" are unhelpful. School-related anxiety places high demands on pediatric resources. As all parents know, the start of a new school year stirs up anxiety. How could it not? Going back...

Chronic Absenteeism and the Role of the Doctor's Note

Woman's World

What To Do if You Can’t Sleep (Hint: You Shouldn’t Keep Lying in Bed)

Changing your air filter is one of those out-of-sight, out-of-mind household chores that’s often neglected. The truth is, however, that your air filter is one of the hardest working parts of your home. “They’re designed to remove small particles, including allergen-causing microbes, dust mites, and mold spores, so they don’t recirculate through your home or aggravate allergies,” explains Sean Goddard, product manager for American Standard Heating and Air Conditioning.

How Often You Should Change Your Air Filter—And What Happens If You Don’t

People with dementia commonly think they should do things that they are told not to do. Don’t tell a person with dementia what they shouldn’t do. Simply tell the person with dementia what they should do. Exasperated, the daughter of one of my patients called me on a...

Are You Confusing Your Loved One With Dementia?

Vision health is important not only for protecting our eyes but also for our overall health. For instance, vision health can be an indicator of our heart health and chronic disease. Even if you don't have any known vision issues, it's still important to regularly get your vision checked to ensure that you're preserving your vision health to the best of your ability. After all, the American Academy of Ophthalmology reports that at least 150% more people will develop vision issues in the next 30 years.

6 Common Habits That Could Be Damaging Your Vision Right Now

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How to protect your hearing from loss at any age

(BPT) - Taking care of your health is more important as you age, but one aspect of your well-being that's often neglected is hearing health. For...

How to protect your hearing from loss at any age

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