Dr. Rita Clayton

Showing posts from August, 2023

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Geographic Atrophy: The Future of Treatment

Samson 'd Great August 31, 2023

Learn what’s on the horizon to help manage your geographic atrophy.

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Why Explosive Anger Isn't Just a 'Bad Attitude,' But a Symptom

Samson 'd Great August 31, 2023

Raging drivers, violent airline passengers, irate customers – we dismiss them as jerks, but experts say a little-known…

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Q&A: What to Know About the New BA 2.86 COVID Variant

Samson 'd Great August 31, 2023

Only a few dozen cases of the new variant have been reported around the globe, but experts are keeping a close eye on …

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The Surprising Way to Fight Asthma Symptoms

Samson 'd Great August 30, 2023

Yes, exercise can trigger an asthma attack, but more and more research shows it can also boost lung function and ease …

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5 Questions for COVID Experts: How Concerned Should We Be?

Samson 'd Great August 30, 2023

WebMD turned to the experts for their take on the current circulating virus, asking them to predict if we’ll be maskin…

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Managing Your Migraine When It's Triggered by Things You Love

Samson 'd Great August 30, 2023

Over the course of 30 years, Michele Jordan’s learned some important lessons on dealing with this often debilitating c…

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DNA Ancestry Tests and Other Family History Genealogy Tips

Samson 'd Great August 29, 2023

Get information on DNA ancestry tests and other genealogy tips.

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Are Prime Energy Drinks Safe for Kids?

Samson 'd Great August 29, 2023

While federal regulators investigate the safety of Prime Energy drinks, which have become quite the rage among childre…

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Who Gets Wegovy? (Hint: Not Always Those Who Need it Most)

Samson 'd Great August 28, 2023

Wegovy and other semaglutide-containing drugs can help people with obesity lose weight. But not everyone who needs the…

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Tips for Everyday Challenges of Crohn’s

Samson 'd Great August 28, 2023

Dealing with Crohn’s symptoms? Learn the tools that can help you live well while coping with your condition.

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Giving Yourself Grace When You're a 'Bad' Migraine Patient

Samson 'd Great August 25, 2023

Even if we know all the right things to do, we’re still human. We may eat a bunch of chocolate or pull an all-nighter.…

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What to Do When You Find a Lump

Samson 'd Great August 25, 2023

In this webinar, Stephanie Bernik, MD, explained the steps you can take after you find a mass in your breast.

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1 in 5 Women Report Mistreatment During Maternity Care: CDC

Samson 'd Great August 24, 2023

One in five women report mistreatment from medical professionals during pregnancy and childbirth – an issue people of …

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Managing Migraine With the Right Recipe of Diet and Exercise

Samson 'd Great August 23, 2023

“I’m starting to understand the relationship between food and my body,” says WebMD migraine blogger Michele Jordan.��…

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Stopping Migraines From Becoming a 'Thief of Joy'

Samson 'd Great August 23, 2023

For Michele Jordan, one of WebMD’s migraine bloggers, some of her favorite things – flowers and perfume – trigger her …

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Managing Your Migraine When It's Triggered by Things You Love

Samson 'd Great August 23, 2023

Over the course of 30 years, Michele Jordan’s learned some important lessons on dealing with this often debilitating c…

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The Best Apps for Rheumatoid Arthritis

Samson 'd Great August 23, 2023

Managing the effects of rheumatoid arthritis can be tricky. But apps for your smartphone or tablet can help you and yo…

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The Emotional Side of Breast Cancer

Samson 'd Great August 22, 2023

Breast cancer can bring on many emotions in people. From diagnosis to treatments, the journey may leave you feeling th…

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Gene Therapy Offers New Way to Fight Alcohol Use Disorder

Samson 'd Great August 21, 2023

How cutting-edge science is leading the charge against a rising public health crisis.

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Tiny Organ, Long-Lasting Pain: Mystery of Chronic Appendicitis

Samson 'd Great August 18, 2023

Although no official definition exists, chronic appendicitis happens when that finger-like pouch at the end of your co…

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Do You Really Need Eye Cream?

Samson 'd Great August 17, 2023

See for yourself why special lotions might help that delicate skin around your eyes.

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Type 2 Diabetes May Raise Your Risk of Endometrial Cancer

Samson 'd Great August 17, 2023

A new study found that women with type 2 diabetes have a higher risk of dying from endometrial cancer. This is importa…

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Having Lung Problems? Eat Your Veggies, Science Says

Samson 'd Great August 16, 2023

You know vegetables are good for you. But now, research shows that some may protect your lungs.

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OTC Hearing Aids Are Here, but Picking One Is No Simple Task

Samson 'd Great August 15, 2023

Over-the-counter hearing aids are more accessible and cheaper, but for some the option to bypass an audiologist makes …

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Curiosity About Weight Loss Drugs Opens Treatment Doors

Samson 'd Great August 15, 2023

The results of a new poll could be a sign that the conditions of obesity and being overweight are increasingly being v…

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How Clean Is Your House?

Samson 'd Great August 15, 2023

If the words "clean house" are always on your to-do list, here's help.

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Birth Control: Types and Considerations for Transgender and Nonbinary People

Samson 'd Great August 14, 2023

No matter where you are on the gender spectrum, you could need birth control, especially if there’s a chance you could…

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Racial Disparities in Breast Cancer

Samson 'd Great August 14, 2023

Breast cancer is more often diagnosed in White women than in other racial and ethnic groups. But the death rate is hig…

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Drinking, Often Heavy, Is Common Among Cancer Survivors

Samson 'd Great August 14, 2023

A study, of over 15,000 U.S. cancer survivors, found that 78% were current drinkers. And of them, significant percenta…