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… your teeth that brushing and flossing help control.]—on our teeth. Brushing and flossing can get rid of some plaque. But any that remains can harden and form [qtip:tartar|Hard yellowish … surgery. Most people don’t show signs of gum disease until they’re in their 30s or 40s. But getting older doesn’t necessarily mean you’ll get gum disease. Daily dental care and regular visits to your dentist can reduce your risk of gum …

… Have you seen someone get hypnotized? They may have been put in a trance and told to do silly things. But hypnosis can … more open to new ideas. The technique usually has two parts. First, the health care provider gets your attention by inviting you to focus on something, such as an object or breathing. When … of the fact that people are able to be open to absorbing new ideas,” Jensen says. “You get someone’s attention and then you offer them a new way of looking at a problem that will make …

… But it is an unhealthy way to cope with strong feelings. Finding new ways to cope can help you get through difficult times. Some unhealthy ways people may try to relieve emotional pain include … is suicidal. But the only way to know is to ask. If they express any suicidal thinking, get them connected with a mental health provider. You can also call the National Suicide … friend has confided in them, they can offer to go talk to a trusted adult with their friend to get them help. There are no medications for treating self-injuring behaviors. But some …

… Lab tests can measure the different types of cholesterol in your blood. How often you should get tested depends on your age and other risk factors, including a family history of high … If your LDL cholesterol is very high, Krauss says it’s important that your family members get tested, too. If your genes put you at risk for high cholesterol, your close relatives might have a similar risk. Talk to your doctor about getting tested. And remember that heart-healthy lifestyle changes can not only lower cholesterol …

… ringworm and athlete’s foot. But a few types of fungal infections can be deadly. Fungi that get into the lungs, blood, or brain are especially dangerous. Anyone can get a fungal infection. But people who have a weakened … [qtip: immune system|The body’s defenses … as early as possible. “If you’re being treated for a virus or bacteria and you’re not getting better, that might indicate it’s time to ‘think fungus,’” Andes says. …

… onset of this newly discovered disease. People with VEXAS can have different symptoms. Some get fevers, rashes, or fatigue. Others may have inflammation of different organs. VEXAS often … gene, but men only have one. In men, mutations to their only copy of the gene can be enough to get the disease. But in women, mutations would have to occur in both copies. So VEXAS typically … on the team that first discovered VEXAS. “It’s just normal wear and tear on our cells as we get older.” Most mutations don’t have any health consequences. But a mutation in the UBA1 gene …

… Most children get restless, rowdy, or distracted at times. That’s all part of being a kid. But some kids have … would be expected activities appropriate to their development.” Children with ADHD usually get diagnosed around age 7, but more severe cases may be identified earlier. Often a teacher or … and following instructions. They often forget and lose things; they can’t seem to get organized or complete assignments or chores. Most kids with ADHD have a combination of the …

… are given either an active treatment or a placebo. But they aren’t told which one they’re getting. The treatment must do more to improve the participants’ condition than the placebo. If … treat everything. It can’t, for instance, make tumors go away, lower your cholesterol, or get rid of infections. NIH-funded researchers are trying to understand the brain pathways … a good experience with it before. Colloca’s research has shown that even seeing someone else get relief from a treatment can make it more effective. For these reasons, good communication …

… problems, or make it harder to talk, swallow, or even breathe. Because of this risk, always get botulinum toxin treatments from a licensed health care provider who has experience using it for your condition. People who have certain health conditions shouldn’t get botulinum toxin injections. And it’s not recommended for people who are pregnant or … you to an experienced provider. They can also tell you if there are any reasons you shouldn’t get the treatment. …

… in yourself or a loved one? What resources are available to teens with alcohol-related issues? Get answers to these important questions and more. …