Prescription medicines are available without a written order from a doctor.

Acne is a skin condition caused by overly active oil glands.

Taking more of a medicine than the doctor instructs is an example of drug misuse.

A substance that fights tooth decay.

Medicines that protect you from getting certain diseases

Antibiotics kill or stop the growth of bacteria and other specific germs.

When you develop a side effect to a medication, it no longer has the same effect.

A misshapen cornea or lens that causes objects to look wavy or blurred.

The thicker inner layer of the skin.

A condition in which near objects appear clear while those far away look blurry.

When a problem is beyond your doctor's training, he or she may suggest that you see a...

The health care industry is made up of a number of different health care providers,
groups and agencies that promote, maintain and restore health.

Comparison shopping involves comparing different brands of a product.