During a recent marathon, a friend stopped briefly to pose for a photo with family and friends. But when he did, he felt faint and nearly passed out. He went on to finish the race and reports no further problems. Is this something he needs to explore further with his doctor?
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Bodywork: Making sense of new advice for aspirin and heart health
I’ve heard it said you should take an aspirin or baby aspirin a day to help prevent heart attacks and strokes. But I read that this advice has changed?
Bodywork: Why don’t Covid-19 vaccinations last a lifetime?
Some vaccines last a lifetime. How come Covid-19 shots don’t seem to?
Bodywork: Can you get flu and Covid vaccines at the same time?
Flu shots have arrived. Is there any danger in getting a flu vaccine and a Covid-19 shot at the same time?
Bodywork: When can we expect Covid vaccines for kids?
The Food and Drug Administration has approved Covid-19 vaccines for adults and for children and teens 12 and up. What’s taking so long for younger kids?
Bodywork: Do pain relievers make vaccines less effective?
After my Covid-19 vaccination, the pharmacist recommended I take ibuprofen if my arm was sore the next day. Do nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drugs such as ibuprofen interfere with the body’s immune response to vaccination?
