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A lifeguard and kids swimming instructor shows you how to prevent dry drowning & secondary drowning. Look for these secondary drowning symptoms in your kids.

What do you mean there's no cure for the shingles virus? Sadly, this is true. But there are many shingles treatment options & home remedies for shingles to make the pain more bearable.

What to expect after thyroid surgery - My thyroid surgery recovery story, my thyroid scar photos, my own tips to shorten your thyroid surgery recovery time.

Do you know the symptoms of an allergic reaction to a bee sting, wasp sting, or insect bite? You should always keep Benadryl on hand - it could be a lifesaver for your child or your pet!

Wondering about Vitamin C overdose? How much is too much Vitamin C? Here's the Vitamin C dosage info + The signs and symptoms of taking high doses of Vitamin C.

Do you have a ganglion cyst? I do. I've had one for years - it comes & goes. No treatment is necessary but here's what you should know about Ganglion cysts, optional ganglion cyst treatment, and ganglion cyst removal.

Having an MRI scan? I just had one. Here are the things I wish I had known before having my first MRI. Tips to help with the claustrophobic feeling, loud sounds & more.

Got expired medication? Here's the scoop on which prescriptions and over-the-counter medicines are still safe to take -- even after the expiration date printed on the bottle -- and which ones are not safe to take. Plus, tips for safely storing and disposing of old medicine.

Have a loved one in need of a family intervention for alcohol or drug abuse? I've been there. Here's my experience with how an addition intervention works - so you'll have a better idea of what to expect.