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8 Side Effects of Carbonated Water, and 3 Claims to Stop Believing

Discover the potential health effects of carbonated water, including stomach discomfort, enamel erosion, and sodium intake. Understand which effects are valid and which are myths.

To treat a common bladder condition, Medtronic implant goes under the skin near the ankle

The Minnesota medtech company’s Altaviva implant just secured FDA approval. It treats urinary urge incontinence, a stigmatized condition, by gently stimulating a nerve inside the ankle.
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Thinking About Botox During Pregnancy? Here's What to Know

The Food & Drug Administration (FDA) says that Botox should only be used during pregnancy if the benefits justify the potential risks to the baby. There are medical reasons that may get the green ...

Six everyday habits that could be sabotaging your bladder health

The bladder is easy to overlook—until it starts causing trouble. This small, balloon-like organ in the lower urinary tract quietly stores and releases urine, helping the body eliminate waste and ...

Why so many are suffering terrible pelvic pain and burning when they go to the loo. It's often misdiagnosed as a UTI... now doctors tell why antibiotics make it WORSE - and ...

A competitive cyclist for almost 25 years, Riyadh Khamis thought nothing of ramping up his training to prepare for races.