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Bad Habits That Boost Your Flu Risk
Your lifestyle choices can have an impact on your risk of catching a cold or the flu. Here are some habits and factors that may raise your chance of getting the flu.
Women Had Tougher Time Post-Stroke
A stroke is a serious health event for anyone who experiences one. But could the recovery period be worse for women? A new study suggests that females may have a tougher time after a stroke.
How Families Share MS Risk Factors
Multiple sclerosis — a disease that affects the central nervous system — can cluster in families. How important family history is in the development of the disease was assessed in a recent study.
Health Issues That Could Disrupt Your Kid’s Sleep
Sleep deprivation can have serious health consequences and should be addressed as soon as possible. Here are some of the many conditions that could disrupt your child’s sleep.
How The Flu Can Complicate Your Health
It's that time of year - flu season. The flu can do more than just force you to stay in bed for a few days. Stay healthy, everyone! 
A Child's Heart and Mind
Certain birth defects can affect both the body and the mind. Children with heart birth defects, for example, may also have delays in their development.
Hold the Salt, Teens
It is well known that eating excess calories can lead teens to gain weight, but weight may also be related to how much salt is in a teen's diet.
The Post-Pregnancy Mistake Half of Women Make
After women give birth, many medical organizations recommend that they visit a doctor to assess any possible health risks. However, few women do.
Skin Cancer Is Color Blind: Tips on Prevention
While people of color may have a lower risk for skin cancer than others, it still poses a threat and is often found at a more advanced and deadly stage in this population.
Home Remedies for the Flu
For those times when the flu strikes you, dailyRx has some tips of things you can do at home to help recover from the flu.