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Many patients taking prescription painkillers get can become addicted to the medication. . Some may switch to heroin and can die of an overdose. The issue of overdosing drugs is so wide that the FDA has mandated black-box warning labels about the risk of abuse. But at the same time, these drugs are beneficial to…

Ageing is inevitable but why not put it off until the last possible moment? Here are some time-tested tips on how to live younger and stay healthy, starting today! Eat Whole Food Eat more fruits, veggies, nuts, whole grains, and low-fat dairy products to get plenty of fiber in your diet. Fiber is the most…

Pink eye or Conjunctivitis is a common condition that causes redness and inflammation of the thin layer of tissue that lies over the white part of the eye and lines the inside of the eyelid. It’s highly contagious and children are more prone to it. However, there is no need to worry as it’s treatable.…

“Off Label prescribing is when your doctor prescribes a drug for a condition but the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has reviewed and approved that medicine to treat a different health issue.” Off-label prescription drug usage is very common and legal in the U.S. Despite the prominence of off-label drug use, most of the…

Asthma is a chronic breathing problem due to swelling of the lungs airways. This health condition cannot be cured, but it can be prevented and controlled. If you have asthma, your airways are super sensitive, or “twitchy”, and you may react to many things. These things are called triggers. Common Triggers of Asthma Common allergens…

Pets are part of the family and when they get sick, it not only takes a toll on emotions but on finances as well. Being a pet parent, you always want to keep your pets happy and healthy. However, keeping your pet healthy can get very expensive for you in terms of medical care. The…

A recent study in the US reveals that more than half of the patients get extra painkillers prescribed to them and then share them with others. More often than not these opioid medications land in the wrong hands. A study was done on 1,000 adults who were prescribed painkillers such as OxyContin or Vicodin. This…

What exactly is the common cold? The common cold is a viral infection of the upper respiratory tract that mainly affects the nose. The common cold may also affect the throat, sinuses, and larynx. Moreover, an individual with cold infection may experience headache, sneezing, runny nose, cough, sore throat, and fever. The common cold is…

Prescription Drug overdose refers to consuming drug in a larger quantity than recommended by your doctor.  Drug overdosing can increase the chances of drug abuse which could lead to major side-effects and even death. Drug Overdose Reasons Drug overdoses can be accidental or intentional. However, some people are more sensitive to certain drugs, which can…

Sometimes, it doesn’t matter how much you eat, but you still feel that you’re hungry.  These frequent hunger pangs can be the signs of an underlying health issue and should be checked out by a healthcare provider.  However, if you experience unusual or rare hunger pangs, you should read this article to know why you…