Ben Michalak

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Ben Michalak is a writer based in Deerfield, MA. They are currently pursuing their Master’s in Professional Writing from New York University. While not writing, Ben moonlights as a drummer in multiple bands.

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thermometer and nasal spray - can a sinus infection cause a fever

Health Education

Do sinus infections cause fever?

It’s possible, but fever isn’t one of the most common symptoms

scale and mounjaro shot - what happens when you stop taking mounjaro

4 effects of stopping Mounjaro

In addition to weight gain, these are the other side effects you may experience when discontinuing this medication

Image of ibuprofen and person holding their stomach - can you take ibuprofen on an empty stomach

Is ibuprofen safe on an empty stomach?

If you’re taking this pain reliever, here’s how you can minimize the risks of gastrointestinal side effects

Updated on Feb. 19, 2025

Woman yawning: does depression make you tired?

Health Education

Does depression make you tired?

Low energy and fatigue are two of the hallmark symptoms of this mental health condition

Updated on Jan. 28, 2025

Picture of a moon and an asthma inhaler | Why is asthma worse at night?

Health Education

6 causes of nighttime asthma

Nocturnal asthma causes coughing and wheezing symptoms to worsen at night

Updated on Jan. 22, 2025

A clock on top of an Ozempic pen | How long does it take Ozempic to work?

How fast does Ozempic work?

The GLP-1 is revolutionary for its effect on blood sugar and weight loss—but it doesn’t work overnight

asthma inhaler - Flovent discontinued

Flovent discontinued

The go-to asthma treatment has been replaced by an authorized generic

A map with an Ozempic pen | Ozempic use

Where is Ozempic popular?

Find out if you live in one of the top areas for this diabetes-turned-weight-loss drug

Top 10 SingleCare blog posts

Most popular posts of 2023

This is the health and wellness news readers cared most about this year

FDA Approval Stamp - Zepbound

FDA approves Zepbound

This prescription is a version of Mounjaro, which is only approved for Type 2 diabetes

Two arms itching — amoxicillin rash

How to identify amoxicillin rash

This common antibiotic can cause skin reactions, but that doesn’t necessarily indicate an allergy

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