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'Circle lenses' threaten eye health, doctors say

'Circle lenses' threaten eye health, doctors say

Unsupervised use can affect corneas, eye oxygen levels.

Be sure to wean off acid-suppressing drugs

Be sure to wean off acid-suppressing drugs

Also: Amiodarone can cause lung problems; wound care; and thyroid medications.

What is the difference?

What is the difference?

Over-the-counter pain relievers have different strong suits, so don't think of them as one-size-fits-all.

Feed a cold — and maybe a fever too

Feed a cold — and maybe a fever too

When children are sick, don't get too hung up on complex rules.

Does your body need an oil change?

Suzy Cohen: Does your body need an oil change?

 

Dirty money: BPA on dollar bills

Dirty money: BPA on dollar bills

Scientists have detected the chemical bisphenol A -- linked to reproductive troubles and other health problems -- on money.

We get enough vitamin D and calcium, panel finds

We get enough vitamin D and calcium, panel finds

For all but a few, adding more of those nutrients in pill form would be useless at best and, at worst, would risk harm, report stated.

The healthy choice: olive oil

The healthy choice: Olive oil

A fountain of health, olive oil has antioxidants, good fats and vitamins.

Can't stand your desk? Try a standing desk

Can't stand your desk? Try a standing desk

Employees who use them say they have significantly less back pain.

Halloween candy is your friend—really

Halloween candy is your friend—really

Dr. Tim Harlan, aka Dr. Gourmet, offers five tips on how to keep the pounds off when you've got leftover Halloween candy hanging around.

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Today's Wellness Tip

If you have diabetes, disciplining yourself to follow a healthy lifestyle is vital in helping you control the disease. Your new healthy lifestyle, including a strict diet and appropriate exercise, will become routine before you know it.

Test Your Diabetes Knowledge

  • 1. Stress can make blood glucose levels increase.

    • A. True

    • B. False

  • 2. Foods high in fiber can help lower blood sugar levels.

    • A. True

    • B. False

Test Your Breast Cancer Knowledge

  • 1. Redness and swelling can be symptoms of breast cancer.

    • A. True

    • B. False

  • 2. A sedentary lifestyle can increase your risk of getting breast cancer.

    • A. True

    • B. False

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