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Breastfeeding and alcohol: Is it OK to drink?
Breastfeeding and alcohol don't mix well. A Mayo Clinic specialist discusses how alcohol affects breast milk.
Diuretics: A cause of low potassium?
These medicines are often used to treat high blood pressure and swelling. Diuretics may lower potassium.
Niacin overdose: What are the symptoms?
When niacin is taken as prescribed for high cholesterol, overdose is unlikely.
Vitamin D for babies: Are supplements needed?
A Mayo Clinic specialist explains why, when and how to give your baby vitamin D.
Warfarin diet: What foods should I avoid?
Certain foods and drinks may affect how the blood thinner warfarin works. Know which foods and beverages are OK when you're taking the medicine.
Prednisone withdrawal: Why taper down slowly?
Prednisone is a powerful medication. Find out why it's so important to taper off your dosage gradually.
Emerging treatments for multiple sclerosis
There is no cure for this disease of the nervous system, but promising research offers hope for new ways to slow and perhaps reverse the effects of this disease.
Thin skin? Added protection helps
Fragile or thin skin is a fairly common problem, especially in older adults.
Occipital nerve stimulation: Effective migraine treatment?
Occipital nerve stimulation is a relatively new procedure to treat chronic headache disorders.
Acetyl-L-carnitine: Can it relieve MS fatigue?
Some research suggests that acetyl-L-carnitine may improve fatigue associated with multiple sclerosis, but more study is needed.
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