Can allergies worsen snoring?
Stuffy nose and sneezing caused by allergies can narrow airways and disrupt sleep, sometimes fueling snoring and even sleep apnea. Targeted treatment may help.
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What should you do if you discover a lump in your breast?
A new breast lump can be alarming, but not all require immediate surgery. A doctor will determine the appropriate next steps, which may include medical tests.
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Pathways to Longevity
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How soon can I start exercising again after the flu?
Your first workouts when recovering from the flu should be lighter and slower than usual. Your body will let you know when you're ready to ramp back up.
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What could cause hair loss in a preteen boy?
Bald spots or thinning hair in pre‑teen boys can happen for a number of reasons. These include scalp infections, tight hairstyles, immune conditions, or stress.
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Why might I feel faint after light exercise?
Momentary dizziness after a walk or rising from kneeling can signal blood pressure shifts, medications, heart disease, or low blood sugar. It merits a checkup.
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Physical therapy provides modest improvement for chronic low back pain
Sometimes low back pain becomes a chronic problem, lasting more than three months. This can be difficult to treat. A 2026 study of 749 adults with chronic low back pain found that treatment with physical therapy provided modest benefits over cognitive behavioral therapy.
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Kinesio taping offers only modest relief for musculoskeletal disorders
A 2026 analysis casts doubt on the effectiveness of kinesiology tape—adhesive strips applied to the skin—to reduce pain from musculoskeletal conditions, such as arthritis and low back pain. Findings from 128 scientific reviews suggest that taping provides only modest and temporary benefit.
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The joy and health benefits of cycling
Bicycling offers joint-friendly aerobic exercise, builds leg muscles, and aids recovery after knee or ankle surgery. The most appropriate type of bicycle—road, mountain, hybrid, or adaptive (recumbent, tricycle, hand cycle)—depends on where people ride and their abilities.
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Scoliosis treatment: Can it help as you get older?
Many older adults with scoliosis—a C- or S-shaped sideways spinal curve—aren’t aware of it. Others noticeably lean to one side, and some have pain and limited range of motion in the spine. Physical therapy, including core strengthening and improving the stability of the trunk, can help.
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