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Alyson Powell Key

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Alyson Powell Key is an Atlanta-based freelance writer and editor focused on health and technology topics.
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A thermometer and moon represent night sweats in men
Health Education

9 causes of night sweats in men

Sweating while you sleep is expected...in certain circumstances. In others, it can be a sign of a health problem.
Jun. 14, 2021
A man holding his knee represents exercises for arthritis
Wellness

The 6 best exercises for arthritis

These workouts help to decrease pain and improve mobility
May 25, 2021
Round ligament pain during pregnancy
Health Education

7 treatments for round ligament pain

Lifestyle changes, exercises, and over-the-counter medication can alleviate this common discomfort during pregnancy.
May 11, 2021
A woman eating a salad represents an IBS diet
Wellness

The 3 best diets for IBS

The triggers for irritable bowel syndrome vary from person to person, but certain foods are more likely to cause problems
Updated on Mar. 24, 2022
A pill represents Effexor during pregnancy
Drug Info

Is it safe to take Effexor during pregnancy?

When you’re pregnant, you want to do everything you can to make…
Apr. 1, 2021
A pregnant woman next to a Vyvanse pill
Drug Info

Is it safe to take Vyvanse during pregnancy?

Many women take prescription medication during pregnancy to treat ongoing health conditions.…
Mar. 4, 2021
dos and donts for arthritis
Health Education

15 treatments and remedies for arthritis pain relief

If you have painful, stiff joints and trouble moving around, it could…
Feb. 22, 2021
A man stretching represents beta blockers and exercise
Drug Info

Can you take beta blockers and exercise?

High blood pressure (also called hypertension) is known as the “silent killer.”…
Jan. 4, 2021
An image of different pill forms
Drug Info

What are the different types of pills?

Oral medications come in many different forms from tablets to liquids—and even…
Dec. 21, 2020
Can you reverse diabetes? Arrows and a glucose monitor
Health Education

Can you reverse diabetes?

Diabetes (also known as diabetes mellitus) occurs when your blood sugar levels…
Nov. 16, 2020
Sickle Cell Disease
Health Education

What is sickle cell disease (and how is it treated)?

Sickle cell disease (SCD) is a group of inherited blood disorders that…
Aug. 20, 2020