Thursday 6 June 2019

What to Do About Age Spots

doctor talking to patient

What are age spots, the flat, light-brown spots that pop up on your skin as you age? Does the sun alone cause them? What can treat them, and when should you see a doctor? A dermatology professor explains.



from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2MAfc8w

Heartburn Drugs Again Tied to Fatal Risks

acid reflux, gerd

Research in recent years has linked long-term use of drugs called proton pump inhibitors (PPIs) to increased risks of various diseases and premature death. These latest findings point to the specific causes of death.



from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2KrtgP8

Doctor-Approved Tips to Fight Pregnancy Back Pain

photo of pregnant woman walking

From 50% to 70% of women have back pain at some point in their pregnancy. You can ease the ache with these simple tips.



from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2XvwDIu

U.S. Measles Outbreak Hits 1,000 Cases, CDC Says

measles virus

The last time America saw this many cases was in 1992 when over 2,000 cases were reported by that year's end.



from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2EU3T4I

TV Star Marcia Cross Raises Anal Cancer Awareness

photo of Marcia Cross

By sharing her story, Cross hopes others will get up the nerve to talk with their doctors about symptoms such as rectal bleeding, a lump in the anus, or difficulty going to the bathroom.



from WebMD Health https://wb.md/2K0Ezyd