Warts Can Spread to Other People if Left Untreated

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Mayo Clinic Q&A DEAR MAYO CLINIC: Can an untreated wart on my hand spread to another person? Is treatment for it necessary if it’s small and doesn’t bother me? ANSWER: If left untreated, it is possible for warts to spread and for the virus that causes warts to be passed to another person. Fortunately, most […]

Is the statin drug causing my muscle pain?

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The Medicine Cabinet: Ask the Harvard Experts Q: I take simvastatin to lower my cholesterol. I have been on the same dose for more than two years. Recently I am experiencing more muscle aches and pains. Is it the simvastatin? A: Indeed, statins do cause muscle related problems in about 15% of people who take […]

The Perfect Lunch Bowl: The One Formula You Need

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Sitting down to a healthy lunch gives you a chance to refocus and refuel during a busy day. If you think you don’t have the time to pack your own, rethink with this strategy! All you need is 30 to 60 minutes on the weekend to prep healthy lunches for the week. Use this simple […]

Choosing the right mental health provider

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When faced with mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety or other symptoms of the mind and brain, it can be difficult to know where to find the best care. In part, the challenge of finding the right mental health provider for you stems from the highly variable manner in which mental health concerns can […]