Medicines and side effects

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A side-effect is an unwanted symptom caused by medical treatment. Side effects can be caused by all kinds of medicines, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, complementary medicines including herbal preparations, vitamins, and some products dispensed by naturopaths and other practitioners...
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5 common medicines that could kill you (you have them in your house)

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By Emily Cummings, FamilyShare The idea of overdosing usually brings illegal drugs to mind, but that’s not always the case. The danger of overdosing on common medicines is all too real — and still comes with the same deadly side effects as illegal drugs do. If these medicines are lurking in your cabinet,...
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10 of the most dangerous street drugs in the world

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The drugs that will rot your flesh, destroy your vital organs, and turn you into a zombie. As Ireland announces it will decriminalise heroin and Ohio considers legalising marijuana, we look at 10 most dangerous street drugs in the world, their histories and side-effects. 10. Purple Drank One of...
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7 Dangerous Drug Mistakes

  
Experts explain the dangers of mixing drugs, not checking labels, and other common drug mistakes. The football player Terrell Owens blamed his recent trip to the hospital on a bad mix of painkillers and a supplement. The son of Anna Nicole Smith reportedly died with a mixture of the antidepressants...
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whiplash

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Whiplash occurs when a person’s head moves backward and then forward suddenly with great force. This injury is most common following a rear-end car collision. It can also result from physical abuse, sports injuries, or amusement park rides. Whiplash results when the soft tissues (the muscles and ligaments)...
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Do You Have a Stiff Neck? Try These Simple Remedies

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With so many of us gazing into computers or staring down at our smart phones most of the day, it’s no wonder data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that nearly 20 percent of us have experienced neck pain within the past three months. A stiff neck typically is the result of...
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Neck pain

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Overview Neck pain is a common complaint. Neck muscles can be strained from poor posture — whether it's leaning over your computer or hunching over your workbench. Osteoarthritis also is a common cause of neck pain. Rarely, neck pain can be a symptom of a more serious problem. Seek medical care if...
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