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Allergy
What causes crusty eyes or sticky eyes?
Crusty eyes are caused by discharge from the eyes. Learn the causes, treatments, home remedies and prevention methods for crusty eyes.


Asthma
What to know about diaphragmatic breathing
Diaphragmatic breathing is a deep breathing exercise that may help with anxiety and breathing problems. This article explains how to do it, benefits, and risks.


Bones / Orthopedics
11 of the best shoes for flat feet
Flat feet can lead to issues such as back pain, bunions, or tendon damage. Wearing the correct shoes is crucial. Learn about some of the best options here.


Clinical Trials / Drug Trials
First human trial of SARS-CoV-2 vaccine: Initial results in
A phase 1, non-randomized, open-label clinical trial suggests that the first experimental SARS-CoV-2 vaccine ever to be tested in humans was well tolerated.


Cosmetic Medicine / Plastic Surgery
How to measure your waist: Health and waistline size
Knowing how to measure your waist size can help with maintaining a healthy weight. A waistline that is too small or large can indicate various health conditions.


Depression
What to know about emotional detachment
Emotional detachment can present itself in different ways depending on a person's age and the cause. Learn more about the signs and symptoms here.
Relationships and PTSD: What to know
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms can create or exacerbate relationship challenges. Learn more, including how to support a partner with PTSD, here.


Dermatology
Do tattoos hurt? Tips for pain relief
Tattoos are painful for some and less so for others. They may hurt more on certain body parts. Learn about the factors affecting tattoo pain here.
How to clear and prevent clogged pores
Pores can become blocked with oil and dead skin cells, and this can lead to acne. Learn how to clear clogged pores at home or with the help of a dermatologist.
What to know about pterygia
A pterygium is a benign growth of tissue that forms on the white of the eye. Read on to learn about the causes and symptoms of pterygia, plus how to treat them.


Ear, Nose, and Throat
What to know about strep throat transmission and more
Strep throat is a contagious bacterial infection. Learn more about how contagious it is, the incubation period, and how antibiotics affect it here.


Health Insurance / Medical Insurance
What is Medicare Plan N?
Medicare Plan N is a supplementary insurance plan that some people call Medigap. Private insurance companies offer these plans. Read on for more information.


Liver Disease / Hepatitis
Oxycodone vs. Percocet: Uses, side effects, and more
Which is better, oxycodone or Percocet? Here, learn about the uses and risks of both pain relief medications, as well as which tends to be more effective.


Vascular
Everything you need to know about abdominal aortic aneurysms
What is an abdominal aortic aneurysm? In this article, learn what it is, how screening for the condition works, and how doctors treat it.