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Compression socks? They work. Getting plenty of exercise? That works, too. Putting tomatoes or garlic oil on your legs? Not so much. A vascular surgeon shares what you can do to manage your varicose vein symptoms at home and when it’s time to seek a more permanent solution. 2023-09-07

Since the escalation of hostilities between Israel and Lebanon on 17 September 2024, WHO has verified 23 attacks on health care in Lebanon that have led to 72 deaths and 43 injuries among health workers and patients. Fifteen incidents impacted health facilities, while 13 impacted health transport. Hospitals in Lebanon are already under massive strain as they strive to sustain essential health services while dealing with an unprecedented influx of injured people. Understaffed and under-resourced, the health system has been struggling to maintain uninterrupted services to all those in need with supplies being depleted and health workers exhausted. 2024-10-16

Androgen deprivation therapy can slow or control prostate cancer, and adding a second class of drugs improves survival when the disease is in advanced stages. But all drugs that block testosterone have challenging side effects, and a review of studies showed that cardiovascular risks worsen when these drugs are given together. 2024-07-26

Legs are the foundation for many enjoyable activities—running, bicycling, swimming, and more. Building strong leg muscles can improve your performance, build endurance, and reduce your risk of injury. These exercises will work all of the major muscle groups in your legs. 2024-05-21

Find out what causes a hernia, what exercises are safe if you have one and when it’s OK to work out after hernia repair surgery. 2023-10-20