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- From thinning hair to an ever-expanding mid-section, getting older is fraught with several unwanted changes and challenges. However, if you're suffering from any form of memory loss, whether it's innocent forgetfulness or a mild cognitive impairment (MCI), you may be making lifestyle choices that are actually making this issue worse. Here are three habits, situations
- Many people have problems with various substances, and many would like to stop using them. Whether you use recreational drugs more than you would like to or have become addicted to painkillers after an accident, you may be concerned about withdrawal symptoms when you stop your current usage. There are currently a few ways to step down opiate or stimulant usage, but ev
- If you've had extensive dental work done in the past, you may wonder if you're a good candidate for braces. Plenty of adults seek orthodontic treatment after having crowns, bridges, and implants. It simply comes down your dentist helping you choose between a fixed or a removable brace to improve the alignment of your teeth. Here are some special circumstances that cou