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Consumer Health: Are e-cigarettes safe?
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E-cigarettes: Are they safe?
E-cigarettes are an increasingly popular alternative to regular cigarettes, but are they safe? Manufacturers say yes, but there's no scientific evidence to support that claim, and experts warn of health risks. Here's what you need to know.
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Does sunscreen expire?
Sunscreens are designed to remain at original strength for up to three years. This means that you can use leftover sunscreen from one year to the next. Keep in mind, though, that if you use sunscreen as recommended — generously and frequently — a container shouldn't last long. Learn more from Dr. Lawrence Gibson, a Mayo Clinic dermatologist.
Ankle weights and fitness walking
Although ankle weights can increase the energy you burn while walking, they may strain the ankle joints and leg muscles, which could increase your risk of injury. Learn about better ideas for adding to your walking workout from Dr. Edward Laskowski, a Mayo Clinic physical medicine specialist and co-director of the Mayo Clinic Sports Medicine Center.
Alzheimer's: Making mealtimes easier
Alzheimer's disease and eating challenges often go hand in hand. As Alzheimer's progresses, poor nutrition can aggravate confusion and lead to physical weakness, as well as increase the risk of infection and other health concerns. If you're caring for a loved one who has Alzheimer's, understand what causes eating problems and how you can encourage good nutrition.
Animal bites: First aid
Do you know what to do if someone is bitten by an animal? A minor bite, such as one that only breaks the skin, may require simply washing the wound with soap and water, applying an antibiotic cream and covering the bite with a clean bandage. But what about a bite that's deep or when there may be risk of rabies? Here's what you need to know.
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