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5 Common Types of Arthritis

Jan 8, 2025 | webmd.com | Debra Fulghum Bruce |Katie Cameron

Did you know that there are more than 100 types of arthritis? Arthritis is a disease that causes damage to the joints in your body. Although the condition is extremely common in people over 50, it's unclear what causes every type of arthritis. Some forms are caused by normal wear and tear with age, while others are triggered by autoimmune conditions, meaning your body's immune system is attacking your joints by mistake. Even certain viruses — including COVID-19 — can cause viral arthritis.
Are Vaccinations Linked To Autism? The Latest Science Explained

Jun 22, 2024 | webmd.com | Debra Fulghum Bruce |Smitha Bhandari

The research is clear: Vaccines don’t cause autism. More than a dozen studies have tried to find a link. Each one has come up empty. The debate began in 1998 when British researchers published a paper stating that the measles-mumps-rubella (MMR) vaccine caused autism. The paper itself was later officially labeled “fraud” by England’s General Medical Counsel, but it triggered a lot of debate over the safety of the vaccine which continues to this day.
Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments

Apr 26, 2023 | webmd.com | Debra Fulghum Bruce

Medically Reviewed by Jennifer Robinson, MD What Is Depression? What Are the Symptoms of Depression in Women? What Are the Symptoms of Mania in Women? Why Is Depression in Women More Common Than Depression in Men? What Raises the Chances of Depression in Women? Is Depression Hereditary? How Does Depression in Women Differ From Depression in Men? How Are PMS and PMDD Related to Depression in Women? How Are PMS and PMDD Treated? Does Depression in Women Happen During Pregnancy?
Symptoms, Risk Factors, Treatment

Mar 23, 2023 | webmd.com | Debra Fulghum Bruce

What Is Prehypertension? Who Is at Risk for Prehypertension? Is Prehypertension a Result of Aging? Is There Treatment for Prehypertension? In stage 1 hypertension, also known as prehypertension, the systolic (top number) reading is 120 mmHg-139 mmHg, or the diastolic (bottom number) reading is 80 mmHg-89 mmHg.Prehypertension is a warning sign that you may get high blood pressure in the future.