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School Nurse Reviews Airborne & Emergen-C for Teachers
My talented colleague, Alyssa Singh BSN RN, is a school nurse in Seattle and we recently chatted about cold remedies and immune boosters. Alyssa …
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6 Colloidal Silver Claims – True or False?
Nurse Practitioner Gail Ingram MS, PC-AGNP discusses a curious comment left on her Facebook page. The comment left by a friend on my …
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Summer 2017 NYC Seniors Go Fishing on Pier 63 – Mondays 3PM to 5PM
If I were old enough (and retired enough) to participate in this event, I would! The Hudson River Park is hosting …
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Camping with Ticks – Prevent Lyme and RMSF with Doxycycline
Gail Ingram is an Adult Health Nurse Practitioner, former Girl Scout, and self-proclaimed campfire chef. Using personal experience, she explains how she handles the …
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Breakfast Is Killing America
If you’ve been to my office for a physical exam, you’ve probably heard my “breakfast is killing America” spiel. To be clear, eating food …
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MEAL PREPPING: Nurse Gail’s Healthy Turkey Sausage Patty Recipe!
I encourage everyone to eat a plant-based, low-carb, protein-rich diet. Unfortunately, these meals can take a bit more thought and time to prepare and, …
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Ask NurseGail.com: I’m A 45 Year Old Man. Do I Need A Physical?
Nurse Gail, I am married with kids. I am 45 years old and live in NYC and have not had a complete physical in …
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Nurse Gail Goes To NYC Active Shooter Training
As a member of the New York City Medical Reserve Corps (NYC MRC), I am frequently invited to participate in public health-related drills and workshops. …
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Wearable Tech For The Blind – Vista Wearable
When I think wearable tech, I think shiny metallic turtlenecks with ball-like sensors glued to the sleeves. The thought makes my inner fashionista cringe. …
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Monbaby: Wearable Tech For Babies – Smart Baby Monitor
Nurse Practitioner Gail Ingram took a trip to the World Maker Faire 2015 held at the New York Hall of Science. She spent her …
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Puppies On Instagram & Why You Should Follow Them
Unlike real puppies, Instapuppies won’t lower blood pressure or enhance relaxation. However, they do have a surprising and unique physiological effect on us. Research …
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Get Rid Of Prescription Drugs: National Drug Disposal Day 9/26/2015
EMPTY YOUR MEDICINE CABINET on 9/26/2015 The DEA’s National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day is coming up! Collection bins will be set up throughout the …
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SEX: More Info About The Pull Out Method For Millennials
I recently gave my professional opinion for an article about birth control that specifically relates to the use of the withdrawal method (AKA the …
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Hundreds Of People Exposed To Measles In New York City
Four cases of measles have been recently documented in New York City. Specific patient details are protected, but the New York City Department of …
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Ask NurseGail.com: How Do I Help A Kid With A Nosebleed?
A reader wrote in and asked: My nephew got a bloody nose and I couldn’t remember what to do. How do I help a …
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DIY Gatorade Recipe: Electrolyte Replacement for Travelers
Unfortunately 40-60% of tourists traveling to undeveloped countries suffer from Traveler’s Diarrhea. Despite great effort to avoid it, even savvy travelers find themselves trapped …
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Best Sunburn Recovery Tips
Gail Ingram is a primary care nurse practitioner and has pasty white skin that burns easily. She shares evidence-based sunburn recovery tips to get …
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Why We Go Nuts Over Peanut Allergies
Regular readers know that I use my own education, experience, and professional opinion to write my posts. But, I have to say, Nicholas Christakis …
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Why Fake Marijuana Is Sending Kids To The ER
As a volunteer for the NYC Medical Reserve Corp, Gail Ingram follows public health issues closely and explains why fake marijuana is sending kids …
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Birth Control: IUDs For Young Women
Inspired by Facebook know-it-alls, Gail Ingram sets the record straight about birth control, IUDs for young women, and “standard med advice.” As long …
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Benifuuki: The Best Green Tea For Allergies
Gail Ingram, a primary care practitioner, explains why benifuuki green tea for allergies is the best (and probably the only) variety that works. I …
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Aromatherapy “Works” Depending On The Definition Of “Work”
Gail Ingram, an open-minded practitioner, explains why aromatherapy “works” depending on the definition and gives her professional opinion on essential oil treatments. According to …
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The Basics of Big Pharma Research And Natural Therapies
Nurse Gail Ingram starts the conversation about pharmaceutical companies and alternative treatments in her article, “The Basics of Big Pharma And Natural Therapies.” Why …
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Beware Of Internet Health Hype
Nurse Gail Ingram cautions readers to beware of internet health hype. The marketing behind health and wellness is a sore subject for me …
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Ask NurseGail.com: Where Can I Get My Hormones Drawn?
A NurseGail.com reader writes: I want to get my hormones drawn. Where can I get that done? Gail Ingram BSN RN responds: I’m assuming …
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Mocha Coffee Drinks Are As Bad As Soda
In the article Mocha Coffee Drinks Are As Bad As Soda, Gail Ingram explains that mochas (lattes with chocolate) are “sugar-sweetened beverages” that are comparable …
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Ask NurseGail.com: How Can I Skip My Period?
Nurse Gail Ingram answers the question, “How can I skip my period?” just in time for Valentine’s Day. You’re expecting a call from Aunt …
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Does Dairy Make A Cold Worse? The Milk-Mucus MYTH
Nurse Gail Ingram answers the question, “Does dairy make a cold worse?” and discusses the milk-mucus myth: I can’t count how many times …
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Ask NurseGail.com: How Long Does Swelling Last?
Gail Ingram responds to a reader who had a dental emergency (ouch!) and answers the question, “How long does swelling last after a root …
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Vitamin B17, Laetrile, Amygdalin: Cancer Cure or Scam?
Nurse Gail Ingram explores Vitamin B17, laetrile, amygdalin: Cancer Cure or Scam? A patient undergoing chemotherapy for lymphoma recently asked me about Vitamin …
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Lady Business: Best Anti-Itch Cream For Women
Nurse Gail Ingram draws from both wellness and medicine to provide the best recommendations for her patients. When recommending the best anti itch cream …
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Nurse Gail’s Holiday Hangover Guide
Who knows how to nurse a hangover better than an actual nurse? Gail Ingram is a concierge nurse in NYC and makes house calls …
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4 Tips To Keep Your Cold To Yourself
Pro advice from a nurse: Tips to Keep Your Cold to Yourself (and prevent catching one!) by Gail Ingram BSN RN. Nurses know every …
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Ask NurseGail.com: What Should I Know Before Getting Pierced?
You asked, “What should I know before getting pierced?” and Nurse Gail Ingram answered. Here’s how to pick the best piercers, studios, and avoid …
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Do Bikes Cause Bladder Infections? Bicycles and UTIs
A reader asked us if bikes cause bladder infections and Nurse Gail Ingram explains the relationship between bicycles and UTIs: Dear Nurse Gail, I keep …
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Soldier Autopsies Reveal Young Americans Are Sick
The US government learns more about the health of young Americans during times of war than any other period. Not because of extensive …
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Can’t Sleep? Sleep Hygiene Is Better Than A Pill
Can’t sleep? Nurse Gail Ingram shares natural sleep remedies (also known as ‘sleep hygiene’) to get you back on track: A reader wrote …
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Prevent Plastic Surgery Bruising | Natural Tricks of the Trade
Gail Ingram is a concierge nurse in Manhattan and shares with you how to prevent plastic surgery bruising. She works with high-profile clients in …
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Healthy Food Bank Donations
Nurse Gail Ingram provides nutritional counseling and has made of list of healthy food bank donations to maximize your good intentions: We all have …
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Meningitis In NYC: It’s Back
Nurse Gail Ingram has been following meningitis in NYC and is sad to report that it’s back: I thought we had this thing licked …
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From a NURSE: Adult Cold Remedies That Work
Nurse Gail Ingram (and her grandma!) give you adult cold remedies that work: Despite all the advances in medicine, my grandma’s home remedies for colds …
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FEAR of Flu Shot Spreads Faster Than Flu
Nurse Gail Ingram gives tips to prevent a vaccination “reaction” because reaction stories spread unnecessary fear of flu shots: Seems like anyone who believes …
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FRESH Coconut Water Is A Great Hangover Cure
Nurse Gail Ingram is a concierge nurse and makes house calls to treat hangovers in NYC. She’s a seasoned expert and says coconut water …
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From a NURSE: Insider Tips For A Painless Flu Shot
Nurse Gail Ingram gives insider tips for a painless flu shot: I have given over ten thousand flu shots in my nursing career. …
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Not All Soup Is Healthy – Healthiest Soup Choices
Nurse Gail Ingram reminds us that not all soup is healthy. As an expert in nutrition, she helps you make the healthiest soup choices: …
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Homecare For Holocaust Survivors: More Funds Available
Living and working in New York City I have the privilege to care for some of the world’s most special people–Holocaust survivors. I am honored to …
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HPV in the Spotlight
Nurse Gail Ingram shines the spotlight on a misunderstood virus and provides useful HPV information: I am thrilled that Michael Douglas and more recently …
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Morning After Pill Odds: Will it work every time?
Nurse Gail Ingram explains the statistics used to determine morning after pill odds: My girlfriend had a hot weekend sexcapade that required emergency contraception. …
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Purple Vegetables Pack More Punch With Anthocyanins
Nurse Gail Ingram developed a diet for the Texas State Department of Transportation and provides nutritional counseling. Here is one of her quick tips …
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Moving to NYC? Keep Your Mental Health In Mind
Gail Ingram has lived in Manhattan since 2007 and has witnessed people thrive or suffer in the City. With an eye on wellness, you …
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New Strategy to Reduce Medical Errors: Be Nice to the Nurse
Nurse Gail Ingram suggests a new strategy to reduce medical errors based on a study published in the Journal of Applied Psychology: A study* …
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Don’t be a Victim of Marketing | Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Sodium lauryl sulfate [SLS] and sodium laureth sulfate [SLES] are the lathering agents in soap and shampoo—they make the bubbles. Every few years “natural” …
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Girl Talk with Nurse Gail | HPV and Pap Guidelines
No longer does an annual gynecological appointment require a Pap test or an HPV screening. At my recent appointment, in lieu of a physical …
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Circumcision–A New Perspective II
In response to a previous post, “Circumcision–A New Perspective | Long Lasting Implications ” a reader named Elizabeth wrote: “Glad you gave your patient tender …
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HPV Vaccine Dramatically Reduces Throat Cancer
I was so excited when Michael Douglas broke the silence about HPV and its connection with throat cancer that I wrote a couple of posts …
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Oil Pulling Facts | Good Health or Good Hype?
Oil pulling is getting a lot of buzz as a cure-all health remedy and it seems that every pseudo-wellness blogger has something to say about it. …
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Patients and Doctors Benefit from a Nurse Patient Advocate
A study published in the Archives of Internal Medicine reported that only one out of seven patients is willing to voice their opinion and disagree with …
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Organic Processed Food Is Still Junk Food
Just because it’s “organic” doesn’t mean its good for you. Slapping “organic” on a box and jacking up the price is a marketing scheme …
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Listen To Aunt Flo: Better Than A Daily Horoscope
Ladies, we can stop reading horoscopes for guidance and start watching our bodies instead. According to Alisa Vitti, founder and CEO of FLO Living Center in NYC, …
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Circumcision–A New Perspective | Long Lasting Implications
I witness many conversations, both professionally and socially, regarding infant circumcision. In all of the discussions, no one mentions how circumcision, or the lack …
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Food Movies Help Teach Nutrition
I find that few Americans continue to learn about food and nutrition once they’ve graduated from school. At some point, learning how to change …
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Sex in the City Meets Nurse Gail: Antibiotic Resistant Chlamydia
Not only am I a nurse in New York City, I am also a single woman. I recently met a handsome, elegant, and charming …
