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Why We Go Nuts Over Peanut Allergies
Regular readers know that I use my own education, experience, and professional opinion to write my posts. But, I have to say, Nicholas Christakis MD PhD and James H. Fowler PhD eloquently explain why...
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New Yorkers Get Hepatitis A In Tulum, Mexico
Nurse Mia Ross warns travelers going to or from Mexico that there is Hepatitis A in Tulum. I recently took a lovely vacation to Tulum, Mexico and I drank fresh coconut water every afternoon, ate...
View ArticleBest Sunburn Recovery Tips
Gail Ingram is a primary care nurse practitioner and has pasty white skin that burns easily. She shares evidence-based sunburn recovery tips to get you feeling better fast. I’m going to skip the...
View ArticleFar-Reaching Health Benefits Of Wearing The Apple Watch
Nurse Mia Ross discusses the big-picture health benefits of wearing the Apple Watch and applauds healthcare’s newest friend. The Apple Watch is not going to save anyone’s life, but its “Research Kit”...
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DIY Gatorade Recipe: Electrolyte Replacement for Travelers
Unfortunately 40-60% of tourists traveling to undeveloped countries suffer from Traveler’s Diarrhea. Despite great effort to avoid it, even savvy travelers find themselves trapped in the bathroom....
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From The Nurse Expert: Tips For Traveler’s Diarrhea
Marsha Battee owns and operates a travel company, RN Getaways, and is also a registered nurse. She’s experienced in all things travel-related and gives her tips for Traveler’s Diarrhea. You’re on...
View ArticleAsk NurseGail.com: How Do I Help A Kid With A Nosebleed?
A reader wrote in and asked: My nephew got a bloody nose and I couldn’t remember what to do. How do I help a kid with a nosebleed? Tilt the head forward or back? Gail Ingram, a primary care nurse...
View ArticleHundreds Of People Exposed To Measles In New York City
Four cases of measles have been recently documented in New York City. Specific patient details are protected, but the New York City Department of Health has alerted local medical personnel that three...
View ArticleSEX: More Info About The Pull Out Method For Millennials
I recently gave my professional opinion for an article about birth control that specifically relates to the use of the withdrawal method (AKA the pull out method or, if you’re nerdy, coitus...
View ArticleSoothing BEE STING Paste
Stinging insects have a sweet spot for August and September, especially, bees! It is hot and sticky with lots of people enjoying the last dog days of summer and plenty of overflowing garbage cans at...
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Why Are You Drinking Dairy? Adults Don’t Need Milk.
The milk industry has convinced us that milk is vital to good health in an attempt to boost sales. We’ve been told that milk is essential to prevent fractures in adults. Was it a marketing ploy or...
View ArticleAsk NurseGail.com: Do Kids Need Cow’s Milk?
In response to a recent post about dairy, one of our readers asked, “Do kids need cow’s milk?” Cynthia Jaffe, a family nurse practitioner and author of the original article, explains why children...
View ArticleAsk NurseGail.com: Is Heat Exhaustion A Real Thing?
A reader asks, “Someone mentioned something about ‘heat exhaustion’ and I thought they were joking. Is heat exhaustion a real thing?” Keilynn Hopkins, a family nurse practitioner, explains the signs...
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Get Rid Of Prescription Drugs: National Drug Disposal Day 9/26/2015
EMPTY YOUR MEDICINE CABINET on 9/26/2015 The DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is coming up! Collection bins will be set up throughout the U.S. (except PA and DE) on Saturday, September...
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Puppies On Instagram & Why You Should Follow Them
Unlike real puppies, Instapuppies won’t lower blood pressure or enhance relaxation. However, they do have a surprising and unique physiological effect on us. Research shows that looking at pictures of...
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Monbaby: Wearable Tech For Babies – Smart Baby Monitor
Nurse Practitioner Gail Ingram took a trip to the World Maker Faire 2015 held at the New York Hall of Science. She spent her time in the Maker Health tent and spoke to Daniel Klaynberg, Chief...
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Wearable Tech For The Blind – Vista Wearable
When I think wearable tech, I think shiny metallic turtlenecks with ball-like sensors glued to the sleeves. The thought makes my inner fashionista cringe. So I was thrilled to learn at the NYC Maker...
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A1 Milk Versus A2 Milk: Nurse Allysen Kelly Clarifies
Nurse Allysen Kelly has two young boys of her own and when the mommies on the playground started asking questions about A1 milk versus A2 Milk, she decided to share her answers (and recommendations)...
View ArticleAsk NurseGail.com: Coconut Or Cow Milk? Which Is Best?
A reader wrote in to ask NurseGail.com if coconut milk is better than cow’s milk. Nurse Practitioner Keilynn Hopkins answers: Food is a true love of mine and I want to consume the best products to...
View ArticleDoes deodorant really cause breast cancer?
Not long ago the claim that antiperspirants cause breast cancer circulated the internet. This, of course, sparked concern and prompted an ongoing debate. Breast cancer is the leading cause of death for...
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