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Changes in Your Body During Pregnancy: Third Trimester
The third semester of your pregnancy starts at 28 weeks and signals the last phase before giving birth… parenthood. Sometimes intercourse can lead to uncomfortable contractions in your uterus. It’s still fine to have sex, unless your doctor has told you not to. Labor Talk…
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Insulin Therapy
All people who have type 1 diabetes and some who have type 2 diabetes must take insulin. It helps control… Then withdraw the correct insulin dose by pulling back on the plunger. Clean your skin with cotton dipped in alcohol. Grab a fold of skin…
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Keeping Your Child Healthy During Cancer Remission
A child’s cancer remission is good news, but parents should remain vigilant while celebrating the condition status… causes genital warts and several types of cancer (most commonly cervical cancer). The vaccine is given when children are 11-12 years old, but older teens and young adults…
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Vaccines: Myth Versus Fact
There are many common misconceptions regarding vaccines. Use this evidence-based information to clear up any confusion… child if I don’t have the records? Is my newborn at risk of certain diseases if he or she isn’t old enough to get certain vaccines? Resources American…
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Cancer
Cancer is a collection of many diseases that all involve the growth of abnormal cells. Some common forms are skin… What is cancer? Cancer is a collection of many diseases that all involve the growth of abnormal cells. The body is made up of…
