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Joe Graedon - August 3, 2026

Are You Playing the Generic Drug Lottery with Your Health?

The generic drug lottery can change your pills without warning. Discover warning signs and practical ways to stay safer.

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Terry Graedon - August 3, 2026

Overcoming Stubborn Adult Acne by Changing Your Diet

Adult acne is not rare, but there are a number of effective treatments. Could you clear your skin by changing your diet?

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Joe Graedon - August 3, 2026

Cure Athlete’s Foot with Time-Honored Remedies like Absorbine Jr.

Doctors think you can cure athlete's foot with antifungal drugs. Research proves bacteria can also be involved. Home remedies to the rescue!

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Terry Graedon - August 3, 2026

What Are the Risks of Glucosamine for Arthritis?

Glucosamine for arthritis is a controversial dietary supplement. Some people say it works. Others say it's worthless. What do studies show?

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Joe Graedon - August 3, 2026

Airplane Descent Causes Excruciating Ear Pain

The ear pain caused by airplane descent can be unpleasant, but there are options to prevent this pain from happening.

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Joe Graedon - August 3, 2026

Low-Dose Oral Minoxidil: Hope or Hype for Hair Loss? New Research!

Is there anything that will grow hair? Low-dose oral minoxidil has shown promise, but are there risks? Learn about the latest derm research!

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Joe Graedon - August 3, 2026

Dr. Steve Feldman Proves that Sunshine Makes Us Happy!

We have weeks of sunlight left this summer. Why not learn why sunshine makes us happy and how to deal with common skin problems when its hot.

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Terry Graedon - July 30, 2026

Show 1481: Flip-Flops, Fungus and Foot Pain: What Are Your Feet Trying to Tell You?

What is the best way to take care of your feet, on vacation or at home? Podiatrist Jane Andersen offers details.

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Joe Graedon - July 30, 2026

Statins for Almost Everyone: Put Statins in Salt-Shakers?

The new guideline promotes statins for almost everyone, but absolute benefits may be much smaller than most patients and doctors realize.

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Joe Graedon - July 30, 2026

Could Shunning the Sun Shorten Your Life?

Most dermatologists recommend shunning the sun to protect our skin. But Dr. Steve Feldman says that is probably bad for our health.