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Clinical depression: What does that mean?
The term "clinical depression" means severe, persistent depression. It's also called major depression or major depressive disorder.
Cold or allergy: Which is it?
Although colds and seasonal allergies share some of the same symptoms, they are very different diseases. Learn how to tell the difference.
Colloidal silver supplements: Are they safe?
Colloidal silver supplements are often promoted as cure-alls, but evidence of effectiveness is lacking. Side effects range from change in skin color to organ damage.
Colon cleansing: Is it helpful or harmful?
Get the facts before you try this technique that's popular among some people who practice alternative medicine, who claim it has many health benefits.
Concussion in children: What are the symptoms?
Whether your child's concussion is mild or severe, allow time to recover.
Degenerative changes in the spine: Is this arthritis?
Degenerative changes in the spine visible on X-rays indicate osteoarthritis of the spine.
Delusional parasitosis
Learn more about this condition and positive steps you can take to manage the symptoms.
Demyelinating disease: What can you do about it?
Learn the causes and types of these diseases that affect the protective covering of nerves, which include multiple sclerosis. Also learn how they're treated.
Detox foot pads: Do they really work?
Do detox foot pads really draw toxins out of your body while you sleep?
Did the definition of Alzheimer's disease change?
What the change in the research definition of Alzheimer's disease means for you.
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