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MiraLAX (polyethylene glycol 3350) is an over-the-counter drug used to treat constipation in adults and certain children. MiraLAX can interact with some supplements and other medications, including laxatives such as bisacodyl (Dulcolax, others). Before you start taking MiraLAX, tell your doctor and pharmacist about any prescription, over-the-counter, or other drugs...

MiraLAX Interactions: Alcohol, Medications, and Others

Alcohol has long been associated with social gatherings, celebrations, and moments of relaxation, but its impact on heart health is often overlooked and underestimated. If you’ve ever found your heart pounding in your chest after a night of intense partying, you might have just shrugged it off as a typical hangover symptom, assuming it to be a temporary discomfort.

Alcohol has a hidden impact on heart health

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While diet and lifestyle changes can help constipation long-term, nutrition and gut health experts share drinks that provide relief right away. According to the Cleveland Clinic, constipation is one of the most frequent gut health complaints in the US. One of the most common causes of constipation is not eating enough fiber to support a healthy gut, says Beth Czerwony, MS, RD, CSOWM, LD, a registered dietitian with the Cleveland Clinic Center for Human Nutrition.

5 Drinks That Make You Poop Immediately, From a Gastroenterologist

A range of conditions, including alcohol or medication overuse, nonalcoholic fatty liver disease (NAFLD), and chronic infections, can damage your liver. However, the early signs of liver damage are subtle, and the initial stages of liver disease are "silent," or asymptomatic. By the time you recognize symptoms, your liver is already significantly damaged.

Signs of Liver Damage and Ways to Tell

Christian Azubike Enwuru1, Adenike Shola Aiyedobgon2, Morakinyo Bamikole Ajayi1 &. BMC Women's Health volume 24, Article number: 415 (2024) Cite this article. This study was undertaken to determine the prevalence of Bacterial Vaginosis (BV), Trichomonas Vaginalis (TV) co-infection, and the antibacterial sensitivity profile of bacterial isolates. Methods. The study was...

Bacterial vaginosis (BV) and Trichomonas vaginalis (TV) co-infection, and bacterial antibiogram profile of pregnant women studied in Lagos, Nigeria

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Out of five non-statin cholesterol-lowering drug classes, only cholesterol absorption inhibitors are found to reduce the risk of liver cancer, a new study has found. The link between liver cancer and high cholesterol is fatty liver disease. Most people with this condition have high cholesterol, and the disease has been...

Non-statin cholesterol-lowering drugs may help reduce liver cancer risk

Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that can spread rapidly to other areas. However, there are also slow-growing types that may develop over many years. Melanoma is not as common as other types of skin cancer. However, unlike other skin cancers, melanoma has a high risk of spreading to other areas, which makes it the most dangerous type.

How fast does melanoma spread?

Hair loss is an unfortunate, yet real, part of growing older, and if you’re still young, you may think you have at least a few years before you start seeing signs of balding. Case in point — 30 to 50 percent of men experience male pattern baldness by age 50.

8 Medications That Cause Hair Loss ( & What to Do About It)

Ozempic (semaglutide) is an injectable medication for helping to manage blood sugar levels in people with type 2 diabetes. The drug can cause disruption to your gastrointestinal tract, which may lead to diarrhea. Ozempic (semaglutide) belongs to a group of medications called glucagon-like peptide-1 receptor agonists (GLP-1 agonists). It is...

Why does Ozempic cause diarrhea?

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Karen Thrussell, from Melbourne, Australia, was busy working and being a mom to her two daughters when she started gaining weight around her stomach, something her doctors attributed to menopause. It wasn't until the 48-year-old retail consultant and lecturer noticed an unusual feeling in her abdomen which led her to seek additional medical advice, ultimately leading to a diagnosis of retroperitoneal liposarcoma, and a 16.5-pound tumor which likely had been growing for approximately five years.

Mom of Two, 48, Was Told Her Weight Gain Was Due To Menopause, But It Turned Out To Be a 16-Pound Tumor

Among patients with fibromyalgia, there was a moderate negative correlation between vitamin D and physical functioning as well as between magnesium and stiffness. An exploratory study evaluating the link between specific micronutrients and the symptoms of fibromyalgia revealed vitamin D and magnesium played a role in physical function and stiffness among patients.1.

Vitamin D, Magnesium Deficiency Linked to Worse Fibromyalgia Symptoms

Alcohol consumption, especially heavy drinking, can increase your risk of heart attack. Drinking may immediately increase the risk for a heart attack, and over time, alcohol contributes to heart disease in women and men, increasing the risk of a heart attack. Heavy drinking is especially dangerous: One study found that binge drinkers are 72% more likely to have a heart attack than people who don’t binge drink.

Can Alcohol Cause a Heart Attack?

Xolair is a drug approved for treating asthma, hives, and chronic rhinosinusitis with nasal polyps. Xolair is also approved to reduce the risk of allergic reactions from accidental exposure to food allergens. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) approved Xolair to treat allergic asthma, chronic hives, and chronic rhinosinusitis with...

Xolair food allergy treatment

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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

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New research from the American Cancer Society on Thursday estimates nearly half of adult cancer deaths in the U.S. could be prevented by making lifestyle changes.

Nearly half of cancer cases in adults are caused by preventable risk factors, including alcohol

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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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Supplements are often taken to improve health and fill nutritional gaps, but not all are as beneficial as they seem. Some supplements, particularly when taken in excess or without proper guidance, can have unintended negative effects. For example, certain supplements can unknowingly contribute to high blood pressure and increase the risk of cardiovascular events.

4 Worst Supplements That Could Actually Lead To High Blood Pressure And Cardiovascular Events: Licorice Root & More

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Swelling in the feet and hands is a common symptom that many people experience at some point in their lives. While it may seem like a minor inconvenience, this swelling can actually be a sign of underlying health issues that affect various body organs. Understanding the causes, potential health implications, and ways to manage swelling is crucial for maintaining overall health and well-being.

Swollen feet and hands can challenge several body organs

Stage 3 colorectal cancer means the cancer has spread to the nearby lymph nodes, but it has not spread to distant parts of the body. Colorectal cancer is a type of cancer that starts in the colon or rectum. Depending on where it begins, people may refer to it as colon cancer or rectal cancer.

What to know about stage 3 colorectal cancer

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Xolair interactions: Alcohol, medications, and other factors

Xolair (omalizumab) is a brand-name drug that’s prescribed for asthma and certain other conditions. Xolair has interactions with a lab test used to check certain antibody...

Xolair interactions: Alcohol, medications, and other factors

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