Proton pump inhibitors can reduce symptoms of serious heartburn, or
gastroesophageal reflux. But these drugs can have some serious side effects.

Americans are now more likely to die from an opioid overdose than in a car crash.
How does the opioid epidemic here compare to those of other wealthy countries?

PTSD isn't a condition limited to combat experience. It can result from anything traumatic. Find out the signs and symptoms, and get help as soon as you can.

Smoking is a major risk factor for developing rheumatoid arthritis.
But can quitting smoking reverse the risk?

We know that sugary drinks are bad for us. They're a major player in the obesity epidemic. So switching to sugar-free diet drinks should be a solution, right?

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