Parents of children who are coughing due to a cold or flu may want to try using honey to relieve their children’s symptoms. A 2012 study suggests that giving children honey before bedtime can give them relief and help them (and their parents!) get a good night of sleep.
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Glucosamine Supplements: Good for Joints But Possibly Risky for Diabetes
Glucosamine is a popular dietary supplement used by many who suffer from joint pain. Most dietary supplements make claims that aren’t backed by scientific research, but NIH reports that daily doses of glucosamine can lower pain. As a result, the supplements are recommended by many physicians. But may these pills actually be dangerous?
Read More »Face Masks and Respirators: Can They Prevent Viruses Like H1N1 (Swine Flu)?
With flu season upon us, many people are wondering what precautions they can take to prevent transmission of the H1N1 (swine flu) virus. Facemasks, which refer to disposable masks like the ones health workers occasionally wear, are designed to block large particle droplets, splashes, and sprays from reaching the wearer’s mouth and nose.
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