Mental Health

Symptoms of gout, causes & treatments

You’re lying peacefully in bed, then suddenly you’re wide awake and something’s not right – your big toe is throbbing with a burning pain....
Mental Health

New Episode of So Glad You Asked: Breastfeeding Choices and Challenges

New Episode of So Glad You Asked: Breastfeeding Choices and Challenges Join us for our latest episode of So Glad You Asked with Dr. Ruta...

MMR vaccine: How it works and when it’s recommended

Over the years, scientists have developed groundbreaking vaccines that have significantly reduced and prevented the spread of highly contagious diseases worldwide. One such vaccine is...

Am I ready to have a baby?

Life is full of decisions. One of the biggest can be whether it’s a good time to start a family. If you’re considering having a...

Why do you crave sugar? It might be genetic

Most people know what it’s like to crave a sweet treat. Just about everyone feels the urge to reach for a soda or a...
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Saving money on your prescriptions

Taking the medicines prescribed by your doctor is an essential part of good health. But just like with groceries and all of life’s other...
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How to know if it’s a cold sore or something else

There may be no question in your mind when you notice a hard, red cluster of bumps on or near your lip in the...
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How to safely dispose of medication near you

Most people have a few bottles of old or unused medicines scattered around their homes. But these prescription and over-the-counter drugs are more than...
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Tips for remembering to take your medication

From a morning shower to an evening walk, we all have routines to help us stay healthy. If you’re like many, one routine may...
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Radiation therapy for cancer: Why and when it’s used

You may have heard about radiation therapy for cancer and are wondering when it’s used. Here, you’ll learn the basics about radiation therapy (sometimes...
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Colitis and ulcerative colitis | HealthPartners Blog

In the U.S., an estimated 3 million people suffer from some form of inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Ulcerative colitis (UC) is one of those...