Heartburn has millions of Americans running to the shelves of their supermarkets and drugstores to end their discomfort. Most of the time, over-the-counter medicines and lifestyle changes can provide relief. Listen in as doctors explain the symptoms of heartburn, when you can safely self-medicate, and what warning signs require medical evaluation.
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Most of us know what heartburn is like -- in fact, 60 million Americans feel that sharp, burning sensation in their chest at least once a month. But fewer people know what causes heartburn, or that it can be a symptom of a much more serious condition. Tune in to find out what everyone should know about heartburn.
Keywords: heartburn, GERD, gastroesophageal reflux disease, acid reflux, esophageal cancer, Barrett's esophagus, esophagus, stomach, nighttime gerd, nocturnal heartburn, diet, gastroesophogeal, esophogus
Germs are a fact of life and catching an infectious disease like a cold may seem inevitable. But there are simple ways to protect yourself against the spread of disease. Handwashing, keeping up with immunizations, practicing safe sex and sensible food handling are good tools in the war against contagious disease.
Keywords: Infectious disease, mumps, mumps immunization, immunization, flu, flu shot, pneumococcal, pneumoccal vaccination, vaccination, germs, colds, viruses, hand washing, disinfecting, contagious disease
Sexual contact can sometimes result in problems. An unwanted pregnancy or sexually transmitted diseases may be some of those consequences. But by practicing safe sex, being monogamous or abstaining, the risks of these difficulties are greatly reduced.
Keywords: Sexually transmitted disease, STD, HIV, AIDS, gonorrhea, syphilis, condoms, abstinence, herpes, sex
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