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Weight-loss Surgery

Weight-loss surgery can be called bariatric surgery. It involves surgically reducing the size of your stomach so your body absorbs…

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Vaccines

Getting vaccinated is critical to your health. Taking care of your own health also protects those around you.

A young girl receives the measles vaccine from a doctor. Measles is a very contagious respiratory illness that also causes a fever and a rash. It is preventable with a vaccine.

Measles: Symptoms and Treatment

Measles (also called rubeola) is a serious respiratory illness. This means it affects the lungs and breathing tubes. It also…

Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD)

Sensory processing disorder (SPD) is a condition that affects how your brain processes sensory information (stimuli).

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Texting and Driving

Texting while driving is illegal and can be deadly for you, your passengers, and others on the road.

Early Pregnancy Loss

An early pregnancy loss is a miscarriage that occurs on its own in the first 20 weeks of the…

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Take Care of Yourself Before Pregnancy

Whether you’re planning to become pregnant or not, preconception care during your childbearing years is essential. Here are some things…

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Teen Suicide

Teen suicide is when a teenager ends their own life. It can be impulsive or planned. However, not all suicide…

The Dangers of Tanning Beds

Tanning beds are the source of intense ultraviolet (UV) radiation. They are not safe.

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Tips for Recovering and Staying Well After a Heart Attack

It’s possible to recover from a heart attack and live a quality life.

What Can I Do if My Baby is Breech?

A baby is breech when it is in a headfirst position prior to birth. There are several ways to try…

A man suffering from an ulcer clutches his abdomen in pain. An ulcer is a sore on the lining of your stomach or small intestine. Ulcer symptoms include stomach pain, bloating and feeling full fast.

Ulcers - Stomach Ulcer Symptoms

Ulcers are sores on the lining of your stomach or small intestine.

A woman grimaces while putting her fingers in her ears. Tinnitus causes you to hear an “internal” noise in one ear or both ears. You may hear the noise constantly, or it may come and go.

Tinnitus: Causes and Treatment

Tinnitus is a problem that causes you to hear an “internal” noise in one ear or both ears. You may…

Paronychia

Paronychia is a skin infection around the fingernails or toenails. It usually isn’t serious and can be treated at…

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Intertrigo

Intertrigo is a rubbing of the skin in areas where the skin folds and becomes moist.

Colic

Colic is when your baby cries for longer than 3 hours a day at least 3 days per week. It…

Influenza (Flu)

Our influenza health hub offers important information and resources to help you understand and manage your condition.

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Preparing for Parenthood: How to Change a Diaper

Bringing a new baby home is one of the most exciting times in a parent’s life. It can also be…

Shingles

Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP)

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