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Kidney Function Tests: A Guide to Monitoring Kidney Health
See what kidney function tests measure, including creatinine, eGFR, and urinalysis. Discover how these tests help detect kidney disease and monitor kidney health.
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Debunking the myths surrounding toilet infections
As a pharmacist during clinical clerking, I frequently encounter patients who use the term “toilet infections” to describe symptoms that clinically align with bacterial vaginosis, urinary tract infections, or yeast infections. This widespread misconception often stems from the assumption that symptoms occurring after the use of public toilets must be caused by them.
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What happens to the human body during dehydration
Learn what dehydration does inside your body from brain function and circulation to temperature control, symptoms, risks, and prevention tips.
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What Is Prostate Specific Antigen (PSA)? Understanding the Blood Test That Can Detect Prostate Problems
See how the PSA blood test works, what causes elevated PSA levels, and how this important laboratory test supports prostate health and early cancer detection.
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Type 2 Diabetes and Laboratory Testing: Everything You Need to Know
Let's talk about Type 2 diabetes, its symptoms, risk factors, diagnosis, and the laboratory tests, including HbA1c and blood glucose, that help detect and monitor the condition.
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Diabetes and what you should know
I have debunked certain myths surrounding diabetes and explained what it is in a way that is relatable and understandable to my readers. Upon reading the article, you will learn more about your body and what to look out for as well as the importance of routine checks in the lives of an individual.
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What Stress Does to Your Body: The Neurobiology of Stress
What does stress actually do to your body? Explore the neurobiology of the survival response, from the immediate SAM axis to the the HPA axis, and learn how to restore your biological equilibrium.
