Health Education | Taking Control of Your Health With Regular Screenings

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Monthly Focus: Taking Control of Your Health With Regular Screenings
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Healthy Living

Preventive Services for Healthy Living

Information about preventive services for healthy living from the American Academy of Family Physicians.

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Family Health

Insulin Resistance

Insulin resistance is a condition that can lead to pre-diabetes and type 2 diabetes. Diet and lifestyle changes and…

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Women

Breast Cancer

Breast cancer is a cancer that begins in breast tissue. It usually shows up as one of three types…

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Preventive Care for Seniors

What are preventive services?Your doctor provides preventive services to help you avoid health problems or to identify them early.…

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Tests and Procedures

Complete Blood Count (CBC)

A complete blood count (CBC) is a blood test that measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and blood…

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Take Cholesterol to Heart
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Prescription Medicines

Take Cholesterol to Heart

If you’re taking a statin, talk to your family doctor about factors such as statin intensity, risk for potential…

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Pregnancy and Childbirth

Routine Tests During Pregnancy

Routine tests during pregnancy help monitor the health of you and your baby.

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Pets and Animals

Cat and Dog Bites

Cat and dog bites are common injuries. Learn tips about how to handle, treat, and prevent bites from pets…

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Prevention and Wellness

Avoiding Food Hassles With Kids

Don’t make your child’s food hassles a battle. Be creative, stay calm, and be patient when expanding your child’s…

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Neurofibromatosis

Neurofibromatosis (NF) is a genetic disorder. There are two main types with different symptoms. Learn more about the treatment…

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Family Health

Enlarged Adenoids

Adenoids are tiny pieces of tissue at the back of your throat. They help children’s bodies fight infection by…

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Prevention and Wellness

Fitness Habits to Make

Setting good fitness habits helps you stay physically active, which helps prevent disease, increase energy levels, and promote better…

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Kids and Teens

Kids and Bullying

Bullying and cyberbullying can happen in any city or town and have long-lasting, negative effects on both the victim…

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Kids and Teens

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)

Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) is a group of behaviors that causes problems with focus and self control. It affects…

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