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HEALTH July 5, 2023

What is scoliosis? Causes and symptoms of the spinal condition, treatment plans and more

Scoliosis can be treated a variety of ways depending on the severity of the condition. Most scoliosis cases are seen in children and the cause is unknown.

HEALTH June 29, 2023

Heads up on migraines as expert reveals tips for finding relief from 'debilitating' headaches

For National Migraine and Headache Awareness Month, neurologist Lauren R. Natbony, M.D., reveals common myths and misconceptions, plus advice on migraine prevention and treatment.

HEALTH June 22, 2023

Addiction complicates pain management, but new guidelines offer help for 'complex patients'

The American Society of Anesthesiologists published seven guiding principles to improve pain management before, during and after surgery for patients with a history of substance abuse.

PAIN MANAGEMENT June 12, 2023

Be well: Take these 5 smart steps to relieve musculoskeletal pain

Musculoskeletal pain affects bones, joints, ligaments, muscles and tendons. Claire Morrow, PT, physical therapy consultant in San Francisco, shares holistic tips in this "Be Well" series piece.

HEALTH May 30, 2023

Exercise of any amount could help increase pain tolerance, new study finds

A recent study published in the journal PLOS One found that regular exercise is an effective way to reduce or prevent chronic pain without the use of medication.

HEALTH April 7, 2023

Asthma and eczema could increase risk of osteoarthritis, study finds

People who have asthma or eczema could be at a higher risk of developing osteoarthritis and existing allergy medications could help slow the progression, a study found.

HEALTH March 28, 2023

Life-changing cold therapy helps Pennsylvania mom with awful back pain: 'Could pick up my daughter' again

Dannie DeNovo, a 44-year-old mother from Pennsylvania, was living in excruciating pain from a ruptured disc — until she discovered the benefits of ice baths.

Exclusive March 16, 2023

'90210' star Jennie Garth shares how Midwestern values guide her parenting

"Beverly Hills, 90210" star Jennie Garth's rural upbringing was a far cry from her life as a 90s Hollywood starlet. Garth shared how she is carrying on her Midwestern values and traditions.

Health March 10, 2023

Migraine nasal spray from Pfizer snags FDA approval for expected summer launch

The FDA has approved Pfizer's nasal spray to treat migraines in adults. The medication, called Zavzpret, is expected to be available via a doctor's prescription in July 2023.

Children's Health March 7, 2023

Florida doctor issues viral BBQ grill brush warning on TikTok after child's visit to her emergency room

Dr. Meghan Martin, a pediatric emergency medicine physician at Johns Hopkins All Children's Hospital in St. Petersburg, Florida, is raising awareness on TikTok about the use of grill brushes.

Health February 26, 2023

For acute lower back pain, these are the best medications, new study finds

A recent study published in the Journal of Orthopaedic Research pinpointed the three best medications for acute lower back pain, characterized as pain lasting 12 weeks or less.