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As more medication purchases move online, safeguards need to keep pace. Real-time stop-sale technology helps prevent the illegal purchase of pseudoephedrine-containing medications in stores, and bringing these protections to online sales can help prevent misuse in the digital marketplace. Learn more: www.stopmethnotmeds.com/the-solution/
As more people turn to social media, online videos, and AI-powered tools for health information, it can be harder to tell whether the person providing that information is real. Test your ability to spot AI-generated health content with this interactive tool:
How to Spot an AI-Generated Health Video
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Don't be fooled by AI-generated doctors or fake wellness experts. Discover how to evaluate online health videos and verify their credibility before trusting the content.
Does it seem like allergy season is lasting longer than ever in your hometown? You just might be right. Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA) reports that longer, more intense pollen seasons can mean allergy symptoms hit harder and last longer. Trees and grasses are among the biggest sources of spring pollen. See some of the most common culprits below, and check out the latest Allergy Capitals report for more: aafa.org/asthma-allergy-research/allergy-capitals/
More consumers are buying medications online, including cold and cough medicines containing pseudoephedrine. Real-time stop-sale technology has helped prevent these medications from being purchased for the illegal production of meth — and bringing these same safeguards to online sales can help protect the digital marketplace. Learn more: www.stopmethnotmeds.com/the-solution/
A first-aid kit is a must-have for any summer outing. From bug bites and sunburns to cuts and scrapes, there are plenty of opportunities for minor injuries this season and plenty of over-the-counter treatments that can help. Make sure you and your family are prepared with this list of first-aid essentials:
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Bug bites. Rashes. Sunburns, Blisters. Scratches. Knowing what to pack in a first-aid kit, before heading outdoors, can help you & your family stay prepared for anything that comes your way.