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Health and Wellness | March 13, 2025

What Are The Causes of Anal Itching?

Anal itching may be due to not wiping right, something you ate or something more serious. Learn what causes anal itching and treatments.
Health and Wellness | March 5, 2025

How to Choose Over-the-Counter Pain Medicine

A young man reads the label of a over the counter pain medicine at a pharmacy.
Understand the differences between acetaminophen and NSAIDs to choose the right over-the-counter pain medication.
Health and Wellness | March 4, 2025

Coping With San Diego’s Year-Round Allergy Season

A young man sneezes, coping with San Diego's year-round allergy season.
Allergy season is year-round in San Diego. Follow offers tips to manage allergy symptoms and prevent health problems.
Health and Wellness | March 3, 2025

Why Is The Measles Vaccine So Important?

A measles vaccinated preschooler massages his arm.
Measles, once thought to have been eradicated, is now back, due largely to people not vaccinating. The MMR vaccine is highly effective.
Health and Wellness | February 21, 2025

How to Explain Where Babies Come From to Young Children

Two parrots look like they're kissing; illustration for article on birds and bees and how to explain to kids where babies come from.
Young kids are curious about their bodies. Be ready to answer questions like where babies come from in clear, age-appropriate language.
Health and Wellness | February 7, 2025

What Are Some Home Remedies for Bruises?

Bruises usually heal in a short time. Learn what causes bruising, why home remedies work and when to seek medical help.
Health and Wellness | February 7, 2025

What Is Norovirus? What Are Causes and Symptoms?

A tired looking woman with norovirus symptoms sits at home.
Norovirus causes vomiting and diarrhea and other symptoms and is highly contagious. Some people are at higher risk for complications.
Health and Wellness | January 21, 2025

How Long Are You Contagious After Being Sick?

A woman with a contagious illness isolates at home with medicines to prevent spread of illness.
If you’re sick with a contagious illness like a cold, flu, or COVID, stay home and keep your distance. Learn how long you’re contagious.
Health and Wellness | January 17, 2025

Mediterranean Diet Is Best Diet – Once Again

Mediterranean diet plate with vegetables, legumes and lean meats.
U.S. News and World Report rates the Mediterranean Diet as the best for the 8th year in a row. Learn why this nutrient-dense diet works.
Health and Wellness | January 7, 2025

Are Carbonated Beverages Harming Your Health?

A physician from Scripps Health in San Diego discusses whether carbonated beverages are bad for your health.
Carbonation itself is not harmful. However, sugary sodas and other carbonated soft drinks have been linked with negative health effects.