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Subscribe Current Issue July 2021 Cover Story Peripheral neuropathy Get control of this condition that's common in people with diabetes Peripheral neuropathy is an often painful nerve condition where management of underlying cause, taking care of your health and select drugs and therapies often lead to relief. See the full issue Featured Articles Improving your balance Lichen sclerosus Healthy cooking oils News and Our View Health on social media: Information and support Study highlights the need for responsible antibiotics use Quiz Carbon monoxide If your carbon monoxide alarm sounds, you should try to find the source of the carbon monoxide and fix it. TRUE FALSE {{quiz.answer}} Carbon monoxide If your carbon monoxide alarm sounds, you should try to find the source of the carbon monoxide and fix it. You answered {{quiz.answer}} . The correct answer is FALSE . Correct Answer: FALSE ;-- Answer Rationale: If your carbon monoxide alarm sounds, you should leave the residence and call your fire department, 911 or emergency medical help. Stay out of your home until emergency responders clear you to enter. Make sure a qualified service person checks your furnace and appliances to ensure they’re functioning properly before using them. Featured Recipe Vegetable stir-fry Serves 4 VIEW FULL RECIPE Second Opinion My doctor is recommending a trial of a gluten-free diet to see if my digestive symptoms improve. Can I still get enough fiber without eating bread and bran flakes? Yes you can, and that's important because fiber has several health benefits. Fiber is best known for preventing and relieving constipation by helping to bulk up and soften stool, making it easier to pass. It may also lower the risk of hemorrhoids, pouches in the colon (diverticulosis) and colon cancer. 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