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Herbal supplements: Safety first
If you take herbal supplements, include a dose of safety in your routine: 1. Don't exceed the recommended dosages. 2. Tell your doctor what you're taking. Some herbs may interfere with other drugs or have other harmful effects. 3. Avoid herbal supplements if you're pregnant or breast-feeding, unless your doctor approves.
Does prickly pear cactus have health benefits?
Have you heard about prickly pear cactus? Find out about some surprising health benefits of this versatile plant.
Ankylosing spondylitis
Learn about this inflammatory disease that can cause some of the vertebrae in the spine to fuse over time.
Multiple sclerosis
This nervous system disorder causes a range of symptoms — and while there's no cure, it's possible to have long periods of remission.
Different types of COVID-19 vaccines: How they work
Find out how different COVID-19 vaccines cause your body to create antibodies that will fight the COVID-19 virus.
Herbal supplements and heart medicines may not mix
Some herbal supplements can have dangerous interactions with heart medications.