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Featured Questions
General Health
- I sometimes take energy supplements, mainly Hydroxycut, prior to exercising to enhance my workout. The supplements do not contain ephedrine, and I only take them three times per week. Is this safe, or are these kinds of products things that I should avoid?
- Is it normal that I feel like I am going to get a cold. My glands swell up and my throat hurts, I get a headache. This seems to happen every month before I get my period.
- How do you treat bronchitis?
- What is the difference between a passive smoker and an active smoker?
- Hair Pain??
- What are some signs of eating disorders?
- At what times of the month are you most likely to get pregnant?
- I have heard that St. John's Wort can prevent birth control pills from working correctly. Is this correct?
- How does alcohol effect the human body?
- I have acne and don't know what to do?
- What are some ways to relieve headaches and what would cause them?
- I woke up and noticed something that looks like some kind of an insect bite. What should I do?
- How much sleep do I need?
- Why do I need to eat colorful fruits and veggies?
- What is the ideal amount and type of food I should eat before and after a workout?
- I run 3-4 miles on a regular basis and lately my knee has been really sore after my runs...
Mental Health
- What is the mental health coverage at the Health and Counseling Center?
- I am currently seeking treatment for depression and was wondering if you knew of any depression support groups I could attend?
- What is posttraumatic stress, what causes it, and what can I do?
- I'm worried about my roomate–Is it an eating disorder? What do I do?
- I have been feeling down lately and am wondering if I could be depressed?
- I've been feeling stressed out about school lately–What's wrong with me?
