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Medical Conditions That Increase Your Risk Of Sudden Adult Death Syndrome – Health Digest
Simpleimages/Getty Images Young adults with no previous health problems could suddenly experience cardiac arrest without any previous symptoms or warning. Cardiac arrest differs from a heart attack in that cardiac arrest occurs due to a problem with your heart’s electrical system rather than a blockage. Although sudden adult […]
When Men Without Erectile Dysfunction Take Viagra, This Is What Happens – Health Digest
Catherine Falls Commercial/Getty Images You’ve most likely heard of the erectile dysfunction drug Viagra (sildenafil). This medication, often referred to as “the little blue pill” due to its appearance, is used to increase blood flow to the penis allowing men with this condition to achieve an erection during […]
What It Means When Someone Is Facing Imminent Death – Health Digest
Dorde Krstic/Shutterstock As a loved one draws closer to the end of their life, it’s not uncommon for friends and family members to question just how long they have left. While it can be difficult to predict exactly when someone will pass, the Palliative Care Network of Wisconsin notes that […]
Eating Apricots Has A Little-Known Effect On Your Cholesterol And Blood Pressure – Health Digest
Jelena Lalic/Getty Images Do you want to keep your cholesterol in check? Are you interested in more effectively managing your tendency toward developing hypertension? Think about putting apricots on your weekly shopping list. Available in a variety of forms from vine-ripened fruits to dried pieces, apricots are an […]
How Long It Really Takes For Ibuprofen To Leave Your System – Health Digest
Asiavision/Getty Images “When will I feel better?” That’s probably the first question you’re asking after you take a dose of ibuprofen, arguably one of the most popular non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) around. And you’ll like the answer: According to Healthline, you could say goodbye to your aches, pain, or […]
The Leading Cause Of Cancer Deaths May Surprise You – Health Digest
PeopleImages.com – Yuri A/Shutterstock Many cancer advocacy groups host public awareness campaigns educating people about how to prevent different types of cancer. You’ll most likely recognize the pink ribbon that reminds you of the importance of breast cancer screenings. You’ll probably also think twice before heading out the door […]
Why You Should Avoid Taking Ibuprofen With This Common Antidepressant – Health Digest
Grace Cary/Getty Images Ibuprofen quickly goes to work in temporarily relieving pain from headaches, muscle strains, menstrual cramps, toothaches, and arthritis. You might not need to take it all the time, though, so you might forget to tell your doctor about your ibuprofen use at your annual exam. […]
How Long Does Marijuana Actually Stay In Your Body’s System? Here’s What We Know – Health Digest
Olena Bondarenko/Getty Images In the 24 states (plus Washington, D.C.) where marijuana is legal for recreational use, the potency of cannabis can vary, potentially leading to different effects on your body. Some legal cannabis products can have 90% or more THC (the chemical that gives you the psychoactive […]
What An ‘Eggplant Deformity’ Sex Injury Means For A Man’s Health – Health Digest
Martin-dm/Getty Images Aching backs, muscle pulls, and carpet burns are some of the common sex injuries people face. After all, sex can be a vigorous activity. It’s no wonder that some people think it counts as moderate exercise. Sometimes, though, an injury can be a lot more serious […]
Relieve Your Painful Sunburned Skin With An Ingredient You Already Have – Health Digest
Pattarisara Suvichanarakul/Getty Images Sunburns can be nasty and they’re not always limited to your skin turning red and some light peeling thereafter. Sometimes, your inflamed and red skin can form blisters. Pain, itching, skin that feels warm to the touch, swelling, fever, nausea, fatigue, and irritated eyes are […]