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7 Common Medications That Affect Sexual Performance

You hit the gym, eat well (most of the time) and get plenty of sleep. Whether you think about it or not, you’re doing wonders for your sexual fitness. There is tons of evidence that your healthy habits directly correlates to your bedroom performance — but they aren’t the only factors. The medications and supplements you take in particularly can have negative implications to your performance, and in some cases, cause short-term dysfunction. “Every medication, even herbal supplements and over-the-
How's Everything Tasting Over Here? •

Potashnick on What Comes Next

Before the restaurant was put in the spotlight for their stellar slab of meat, Potashnick explains, the cooks and chefs of Fulton Market would congregate with their cohorts after midnight shifts for late night dinner deals. Potashnick is taller than I last remember, though this is no surprise. Last I saw him we were teenagers still only regular viewers of Food Network. Now he is a chef, humble in hardly claiming the title for himself. I scan the room and imagine it not unlike the lunchroom scene
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Dunkin Donuts: Spring Fling

Spring has sprung in the Windy City, which means budding flowers are still being impaled by hail, pedestrians unzip down jackets but keep winter boots and scream why. Most telling of all, Dunkin’ Donuts releases new seasonal fried goods. As Venus turns into Taurus, we are ready to indulge in the month’s confections (are we not corporeal?). In this case, Spring Fling and Caramel Chocoholic. In addition, as per our usual visit, we order one jelly donut and two small coffees for good measure.

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CIA Medical •

It's Sleep Awareness Week! 7 Easy Ways to Get Enough Quality Sleep

According to the CDC, insufficient sleep is a public health problem. Not getting enough sleep can lead to higher chances of obesity, diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, stroke, poor mental health and lack of focus in the morning. 1 in 3 adults in America don’t get enough sleep, but how much is enough?[1]

The amount of sleep you need may correlate to your age. [2]

Over 70 million Americans suffer from disorders of sleep and wakefulness. Check out seven best practices for better sleep:
New York City, NY Patch •

5 Benefits of Purchasing Medical Supplies From a Distributor

When it comes to purchasing medical supplies, never underestimate the middle man-- that is, the distributor. Buying from distributors means receiving benefits that an exchange from a larger manufacturer will not provide. What is the difference between the two? Let's take a look and explore some of the rewards that customers receive from a relationship with a distributor, and how manufacturers are involved, too.

Manufacturers only want customers to buy their products, but when there are so many
CIA Medical •

Wound Dressings 101: The Right Dressing for Each Type of Wound

We wouldn’t look so hot without our protective covering called skin. We really wouldn’t feel so great, either. One of the main functions of the skin is to protect the body against exposure to environmental toxins like bacteria. Among other duties, the skin keeps the blood vessels, nerves and organs under wraps while repelling outside water and containing internal water. So what happens when there is a puncture in the skin due either to surgery, injury or infection? When the skin is not able to p
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Mesothelioma: The Fight Continues

September 26 marks Mesothelioma Awareness Day, but Heather Von St. James has another upcoming date to look forward to. The first week of February turns Heather’s home into a place of celebration. Last year, the festivities included friends, family, plates for guests to write their fears on, a fire to smash the plates into, hugs, courage and love. This February and those to come, Heather plans for the same. In her circle, Heather has coined this day as Lungleavin Day, a commemoration of the day h
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Dating a Man with Depression: What You Need to Know and Do

When you date a man with depression, it can become a struggle to maintain a relationship with him and protect your own mental health. The experience is not fundamentally different from dating someone without a mental illness, but there are issues that are more likely to arise.

By understanding these issues and knowing how to respond, you can support your depressed boyfriend without threatening the relationship or your emotional wellbeing.

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