Medicine disposal | Lead | Body odor | Elder abuse | Multiple sclerosis

National Institutes of Health (NIH) sent this bulletin at 09/13/2018 03:30 PM EDT

Thursday, September 13, 2018

Get Rid of Expired Medicine

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Discover what to do with your unused, unwanted, or expired medicines. (From NIH’s NIDA)

Prevent Lead Exposure

Two children sitting in front of an old door covered in lead-based paint.

Lead is a toxic metal. No amount in your body is safe. Find out how to avoid breathing, drinking, or eating things that have lead. (From NIH News in Health)

Concerned About Body Odor?

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Get tips for preventing strong breath and body odors. (From NIH News in Health)

Signs of Elder Abuse

A neglected elderly man with his head in his hand.

About 1 in 10 older adults is abused, neglected, or financially exploited. Learn the signs of elder abuse and how to get help. (From NIH’s NIA)

Searching For Multiple Sclerosis Treatments

The illustration shows the repair of damage to a nerve cell.

Multiple sclerosis is caused by damage to the brain and spinal cord. Lab researchers screened compounds for the potential to repair damage. (From NIH Research Matters)

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