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How Your Diet Can Affect Acid Reflux Symptoms
Most of us have had the occasional bout of heartburn, known also as acid reflux. However, if you notice that you’re frequently experiencing symptoms after you eat, it may wise to change your diet to…
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Care for Your ENT Health in the New Year
As we settle into January, you may be thinking about New Year’s resolutions. One option is to dedicate more attention and care to your ENT health. There are a variety of ways you can maximize…
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Why Are Tonsillectomies & Adenoidectomies Performed?
The tonsils and adenoids are pieces of tissue that fight infection and are part of the body’s immune system. The tonsils are located in the back of the mouth on both sides of the throat,…
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Do You Have Insomnia?
According to an article published in the Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine, “Approximately 30% of a variety of adult samples drawn from different countries report one or more of the symptoms of insomnia: difficulty initiating…
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Do You Have a Latex Allergy?
If you have a latex allergy, it means your body mistakes the proteins found in natural rubber latex—a product made from rubber trees—for a harmful substance and attacks it. In most cases, synthetic latex does…
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Tis the Season To Avoid These Holiday Allergy Triggers
The holiday season is an exciting time of year for many, but this time of year can also be triggering for allergies. However, if you’re aware of potential triggers, it will be easier to avoid…
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Help Your Child Avoid Ear Infections This Winter
Winter is an exciting time for many because of the start of the holidays, but it’s also peak season for colds, the flu and ear infections. Also known as otitis media, an ear infection results…
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How Does Sleep Apnea Affect Mood?
It’s easy to not feel like yourself or be in a bad mood if you don’t sleep well. Sleep apnea can have this impact. By interrupting your sleep throughout the night, sleep apnea reduces the…
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Can I Exercise While Congested?
When you’re feeling congested, you may not feel like exercising, and if you do, you might wonder if you should. Congestion often accompanies colds, allergies or sinus infections and can leave you feeling tired or…
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How to Combat a Dry Nose
A dry nose can be an inconvenient and irritating symptom. Whether the inside of your nose or the skin around it feels dehydrated or sore, a dry nose can lead to uncomfortable issues like bleeding,…