Whether you can become pregnant or are capable of impregnating a sexual partner, there are steps you can take to avoid pregnancy. Here’s how to get started. Abstinence is the only way to truly avoid ...

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Distributions from individual retirement accounts before age 59 1/2 typically trigger a 10% early withdrawal penalty. But the IRA withdrawal rules contain several exceptions to the penalty if you meet ...

Exercise is a key component of treating degenerative disk disease. Although no specific exercises are unsuitable for everyone, people should avoid any exercise that causes pain or discomfort. Share on ...

You wake in the night, your chest burning. Sometimes the pain is so intense you think it's a heart attack. For the 60 million Americans who get heartburnat least once a month, the pain isn't just a ...

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We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Katie Okamoto Katie Okamoto is an editor focusing on sustainability. She’s ...

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