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Hearing Problems in Children
There are many types of hearing problems in children. Many of these problems result in hearing loss. Loss may be…
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Grieving: Facing Illness, Death, and Other Losses
Grief is a person’s normal, healthy response to a loss. It is different for everyone and includes both emotional and…
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Chronic Pelvic Pain
Chronic pelvic pain is pain in your pelvic region that lasts for at least 6 months.
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Changing Your Diet: Choosing Nutrient-rich Foods
You should choose a diet made of nutrient-rich foods. Nutrient-rich (or nutrient-dense) foods are low in sugar, sodium, starches, and…
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Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is pain that lasts a long time—months or even years. It can occur anywhere in your body and…
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Benign Paroxysmal Positional Vertigo (BPPV)
Benign paroxysmal positional vertigo (BPPV) is an inner ear problem that causes dizziness.
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Balancing Your Food Plate
Balancing your food plate with the right amount of food, variety, and nutrition is important in staying healthy.
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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)
Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is the medical term for an enlarged prostate. This condition is associated with aging and mimics…
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I’m Pregnant! What’s Safe to Eat?
Recently, my patient Jennifer (not her real name) came in for a prenatal visit. She had been trying to get…
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Hiding in Plain Sight: Diagnosing Hypothyroidism
A new patient thought her symptoms were just part of getting older. By taking time to ask the right questions,…
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Could Stress Be Causing My Symptoms?
Stress affects everyone. Some stress can be caused by good things in your life, such as an interesting project, a…
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Is It “Just a Cold”?
The common cold is an infection of the respiratory (breathing) tract. This includes your throat, nasal passages, and lungs. More…
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My Aching Joints! Is It Rheumatoid Arthritis?
If you’re having joint pain, tell your family doctor. Treating early can help prevent or reduce lifelong disability.
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Protecting Your Skin From the Sun
Many people enjoy being outside. It’s fun to go to the park, work in the yard, or exercise outside. While those are all good things, make sure you keep your skin sun safe while you’re outside. Path to improved health The sun
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Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
COPD is a progressive disease that makes it hard for you to breathe. The two main types of COPD are…
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Routine Tests During Pregnancy
Routine tests during pregnancy help monitor the health of you and your baby.
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The Importance of Vaccinations
Vaccinations are an important part of public health. They prevent the spread of contagious, dangerous, and deadly diseases, and save…
