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| Back Pain |
| Does Medicare cover acupuncture? Medicare plans have started covering acupuncture for lower back pain. Learn about the exclusions and alternatives to acupuncture that can help people resolve similar health problems. |
| Dermatology |
| MNT investigates: A closer look at IL-23 inhibitors for psoriasis IL-23 inhibitors are a type of biologic that can treat moderate-to-severe psoriasis. Learn more about these medications, including how they work, the possible side effects, and more. |
| Fertility |
| What to know about pregnancy with an IUD Pregnancy with an IUD is possible, though unlikely. Learn more about the symptoms of a pregnancy with an IUD, and the options that may be available, here. |
| Hypertension |
| What is the mechanism behind high blood pressure in obesity? New research in vitro and in vivo may have revealed the mechanism that explains the relationship between obesity and high blood pressure. |
| Infectious Diseases / Bacteria / Viruses |
| Can you get herpes from kissing? It is possible to get herpes through kissing. Learn more about how people can spread the virus, how to prevent passing it on, and the treatment options available. |
| Medicare / Medicaid / SCHIP |
| What does Medicare Part D cover? Medicare Part D covers prescription drugs, and it is administered by private companies. Here, learn about coverage, exclusions, eligibility, and more. |
| Pregnancy / Obstetrics |
| Causes and treatments for first trimester bleeding Possible causes of first trimester bleeding include implantation bleeding, subchorionic hemorrhages, and early pregnancy loss. Learn more here. |
| Psoriasis |
| Behind the Counter: Biologics for psoriasis In this installment of Behind the Counter, Dr. Joshua Zeichner discusses biologics for psoriasis â types, side effects, and what to do if the treatment stops working. |
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