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Actress Selma Blair diagnosed with incurable neurological condition  Featured
Actress Selma Blair diagnosed with incurable neurological condition
At times a tricky illness to diagnose, it attacks the white matter of the brain, spinal cord and optic nerve.
What your nagging cough might mean  Featured
What your nagging cough might mean
Here’s how to determine if this seemingly benign symptom might be something more serious.
Is your bed making you sick? 
Is your bed making you sick?
Dust mites, bacteria and feces may all be making themselves at home in your bed and negatively affecting your health.
Addicted to energy drinks? Try these alternatives 
Addicted to energy drinks? Try these alternatives
It might be time to ditch these beverages for healthier options.
Former police officer with heart failure finds his rhythm again 
Former police officer with heart failure finds his rhythm again
His condition was stopping him from living his life. Then, he found his “guardian angel”.
Should you be getting screened for this type of cancer?  Featured
Should you be getting screened for this type of cancer?
There is a blood test to check for the disease, but the benefits may not outweigh the risks.
Do you have an “earworm”? 
Do you have an “earworm”?
Here’s how to get rid of it.