For many, spring is the season of renewal and new beginnings. But it’s also the season when trees and plants start to bloom and pollen hangs in the air. Instead of feeling refreshed and reinvigorated, some brace for the return of seasonal allergies. Sneezing, itchy eyes, congestion, ...
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A hormonal condition affecting 1 in 8 women around the world just got a new name in hopes of improving care. It Is now called polyendocrine metabolic ovarian syndrome instead of polycystic ovary syndrome. Researchers and supporters of the change said the old name, often shortened to PCOS, is inaccurate. It reduced a complex hormonal or endocrine disorder to a misunderstanding about cysts and a focus on ovaries, contributing to missed diagnoses and inadequate treatment, said the Endocrine Society, a global group of physicians and scientists. "The thought behind that is that one, ...
DEAR ANNIE: My dad died of lung cancer a few years ago, and because of that, I abhor smoking in all its forms. The problem is I just discovered my boyfriend, who is a nurse, has been secretly vaping behind my back. I was shocked and upset not so much that he did it (which is bad enough) but that he went through great pains to hide it from me. Plus, he works in the medical field and should know better! He promised to discontinue when I confronted him and that he did it only because of the immense pressure he is under. Recently, I found newly bought vaping pens in his apartment. The ...
DEAR HELOISE: Pet hair embeds itself deep into fabric fibers, making the removal of it especially difficult. Before you go straight to the washer, tumble furry items in the dryer on air-only (no heat) for about 10 minutes with a dryer sheet. The dryer loosens fur and static, and most of it collects in the lint trap. Then wash as usual. You’ll notice a significant difference. After washing, a slightly damp rubber glove that gets wiped over the clothing lifts any lingering hair effortlessly. Keep a lint roller by the door for a quick check before you leave. If your pet has a favorite ...
DEAR DR. ROACH: My husband has neuropathy in his feet. He is otherwise healthy, exercises daily, maintains his weigh, and eats healthy. My concern is that he uses chewing tobacco. He insists that it doesn’t have a negative influence on his condition, but I disagree. What’s your medical opinion? He is fully aware of other health complications that chewing tobacco can cause, but he doesn’t make an effort to quit. I’m frustrated and worried about his future. He is 63. — A.C.W. ANSWER: There are many causes of neuropathy. Diabetes is a major one, but I get many letters from ...
