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Why is My Medication Making Me Tired?

Why is My Medication Making Me Tired?

Multiple medications, including dietary supplements, can cause fatigue or other mood disorders. People with excessive fatigue, depression, or anxiety should seek medical care for further evaluation, including a review of all medications and supplements used.


Is Alcohol Dangerous?

Is Alcohol Dangerous?

Ethanol, found in alcoholic beverages, is safe for most adults in moderation. Excessive ethanol intake and consumption of other types of alcohol can be dangerous.


Harmful Algal Blooms

Harmful Algal Blooms

Warm temperatures, sunlight, and added nutrients can cause an overgrowth or “bloom” of algae in bodies of water. Some algae produce toxins that can poison people or animals when they swallow, swim in, or inhale the water or when they eat fish that live there.


Why Do Onions Make You Cry?

Why Do Onions Make You Cry?

Onions are pungent, contain plentiful nutrients, and have many potential health benefits. When cut or damaged, onions can cause eye irritation and tear production due to the formation of a sulfur-containing chemical (called “lachrymatory factor”).


Are Microplastics Harmful?

Are Microplastics Harmful?

Microplastics are common throughout our environment and are present in the air, food, and drinking water. Microplastics have also been found in the human body, but it’s unclear if they cause undesirable health effects.


Is Chernobyl Safe Today?

Is Chernobyl Safe Today?

While local spikes in radiation have been measured in the region around Chernobyl from soil disturbances due to the conflict in Ukraine, the increases in radiation do not pose any significant health risks for most individuals.


Are Methylene Blue Infusions Safe?

Are Methylene Blue Infusions Safe?

Methylene blue is the antidote for a serious condition called methemoglobinemia but has also been studied for other medical uses. Since it has significant side effects and can interact with many medications, the routine use of methylene blue should be avoided.


Are Fluoroquinolone Antibiotics Safe?

Are Fluoroquinolone Antibiotics Safe?

Fluoroquinolone antibiotics are associated with serious adverse effects. For this reason, they are not the preferred treatment for many infections, but still have an important role for resistant bacteria and in patients with allergies to other antibiotics.


Summer Poison-Proofing

Summer Poison-Proofing

The weather is perfect for a cookout or picnic. Family and friends gather. And the kids are…getting into things like they always do. Spending a little time to think through outdoor activities can keep poisons from spoiling your fun, for adults and children alike.


What is Vitamin D?

What is Vitamin D?

Vitamin D is important for healthy bone function and may have effects on other disease processes. Vitamin D deficiency is common, especially in people who do not have regular exposure to sunlight or who have chronic medical conditions. Use of vitamin D supplements can help improve vitamin D levels in deficient individuals.


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