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Health Education
LGBTQ+ guide to health and wellness
Learn about barriers that the LGBTQ community faces when accessing health care
Feb. 17, 2023
Drug Info
What are the best OTC anti-inflammatory drugs?
Ibuprofen, aspirin, naproxen, and diclofenac are popular OTC NSAIDs, but sometimes prescription anti-inflammatories are needed
Feb. 16, 2023
Drug Info
How much is benzonatate without insurance?
Benzonatate costs $46 without insurance. Learn how to get benzonatate at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.
Feb. 16, 2023
Health Education
Colitis symptoms: What are the early signs of colitis?
Common signs of colitis include watery diarrhea and abdominal pain
Feb. 16, 2023
Drug Info
How much is Rocklatan without insurance?
Rocklatan costs $389 without insurance. Learn how to get Rocklatan at a lower price, or find cheaper alternatives.
Feb. 10, 2023
Drug Info
How much is Proctofoam HC without insurance?
Proctofoam HC costs $211 without insurance. Learn how to get Proctofoam HC at a lower price or find cheaper alternatives.
Feb. 10, 2023
Health Education
What causes a stye? Diagnosis, prevention, and treatment
An oil gland blockage is the most common cause of a stye
Feb. 10, 2023
Health Education
Pulmonary embolism symptoms: What are the early signs of pulmona...
Common signs of pulmonary embolism include breathing problems and chest pain
Feb. 10, 2023
Health Education
Fibromyalgia symptoms: What are the early signs of fibromyalgia?
Common signs of fibromyalgia include widespread pain and fatigue
Feb. 10, 2023
Health Education
What causes low heart rate? Related conditions and treatments
An aging heart, heart disease, and heart infection are a few causes of low heart rate
Feb. 10, 2023
Drug Info
How much is Spiriva Handihaler without insurance?
Spiriva Handihaler costs $630 without insurance. Learn how to get Spiriva Handihaler at a lower price or find cheaper alternatives.
Feb. 8, 2023