MNT daily newsletter - July 24, 2020

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Back Pain

Best stretches for lower back flexibility and pain relief
What are the best lower back stretches for flexibility and pain relief? Learn what these stretches are, how to do them, and who can benefit.

Bones / Orthopedics

7 causes of shin pain
Shin pain can occur for a variety of reasons. Learn more about the potential causes of shin pain, and the treatment options available here.

Complementary Medicine / Alternative Medicine

What is the difference between hemp CBD and cannabis CBD?
The confusion surrounding hemp CBD vs. cannabis CBD relates to the plant's classification, name, and makeup. Learn more.

Dentistry

What is an osteoma?
Learn more about the different types of osteoma and what causes them. This article also covers the symptoms, diagnosis, and potential treatment options.

Depression

What to know about racial trauma
Racial trauma is people's ongoing experience of racism, racist bias, and exposure to racist abuse and violence in the media. Learn more here.

Dermatology

What to know about a breast abscess
A breast abscess is a pus-filled lump caused by an infection. Learn more about how they form, how to prevent them, and the treatments available.

Diabetes

DNA 'remembers' poor blood glucose control in diabetes
A new study looks at how DNA may 'remember' poor blood sugar regulation, increasing the risk of complications in people with type 1 diabetes.

Genetics

Genetics and cardiovascular health may contribute to dementia risk
New research suggests that genetic and cardiovascular factors combine to increase dementia risk. But acting on lifestyle factors may mitigate the impact.

Health Insurance / Medical Insurance

Can you get Medicare if you have never worked?
Most people don't pay a monthly premium for Medicare Part A, but a person who has never worked may be eligible to get premium-free Part A, or can buy Part A.

Hypertension

What do doctors consider to be high blood pressure?
Some groups of people are more at risk than others of developing high blood pressure. Learn what levels of blood pressure doctors consider to be hypertension.

Mental Health

National LGBTQ+ mental health survey paints a stark picture
In a group of 40,001 LGBTQ+ youths, almost half reported self-harming in the past year, emphasizing the lack of mental health support for this demographic.

Pain / Anesthetics

Is Aleve an NSAID?
Aleve is a brand of naproxen, which is a nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID). Learn about its uses, dosage, and side effects, and how it compares with other NSAIDs.