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How to Relieve Cluster Headaches

How to Relieve Cluster Headaches

Pain behind your eye that feels like a knife twisting, and it happens again tomorrow, and the next day, sometimes multiple times a day. That’s what cluster headaches do. Most people don’t realize that, with the right approach, the pain can stop within minutes and attacks can become less frequent.

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Over the Counter Antibiotics

Over the Counter Antibiotics

Grabbing antibiotics off the shelf might seem convenient when you’re sick and busy, but convenience shouldn’t come at the cost of your health. Over the counter antibiotics can be helpful, but only if you know how to use them safely. In this guide, we’ll cover which antibiotics are available without

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Intercostal Muscle Strain Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment

Intercostal Muscle Strain: Causes, Symptoms, & Treatment

An intercostal muscle strain occurs when the muscles located between the ribs become overstretched or torn. These muscles are essential for breathing and provide stability to the rib cage during twisting, bending, and upper body movements. When they’re strained, pain in the chest or ribcage area can make even simple

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