headache

A woman lays on a couch with her head on a pillow. Her eyes are closed and she has both hands placed on her forehead. (Photo: Getty Images)

Go Away

New Migraine Treatments Show Promise Many people think migraines are just bad headaches. But they are so much more. In some people, they cause nausea or vomiting. In others, they enhance sensitivity to light, sounds and smell. Sometimes they cause vision distortion, numbness in
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Illustration of a medevil knight fighting another made out of germs. (Illustration: Dan Page)

Prevention

Keep Immune System Healthy to Fight Flu Getting a good night’s sleep and maintaining a healthy lifestyle are two ways to battle the flu bug, as its presence increases across the nation. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting high activity of influenza and
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Ice hockey players should dress in layers, use the proper equipment and wear helmets to avoid injuries. (Photo: angel-beil/Instagram)

Use Your Head

Know Concussion Signs for Winter Sports Winter sports are underway, and with a recent increase in national attention on the possible dangers of head trauma for athletes, it is important for coaches, parents and players to recognize symptoms of a concussion and also help lessen
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