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Cat-Scratch Disease
Cat-scratch disease is an infection you can get after a cat scratches, bites, or licks you. It’s caused by bacteria…
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Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful disorder of the wrist and hand. It can be treated and should leave no…
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Baby’s First Steps
Every baby develops at their own pace, but many walk between 11 and 13 months of age. Talk to your…
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Squamous Cell Carcinoma
Squamous cell carcinoma is a common form of skin cancer. It is usually caused by too much exposure to UV…
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Scarlet Fever
Scarlet fever is an infection caused by the same bacteria as strep throat. Learn about the symptoms and contact your…
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Why Exercise?
Exercise is an important part of a healthy lifestyle. Exercise prevents health problems, builds strength, boosts energy, and can help…
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The Exercise Habit
If you want to commit to exercising, choose an activity you like to do. Schedule it as part of your…
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Shoulder Pain
A common cause of shoulder pain is soreness of the tendon of the rotator cuff. Learn about the symptoms, causes,…
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Eye Injuries in Sports
Eye injuries in sports are common, especially in kids. Learn about the risks, how to prevent injuries, and when to…
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Added Sugar: What You Need To Know
Sugar provides energy to your body, but does not have other nutritional value. Learn why and how you should limit…
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Diaper Rash
Diaper rash is a red rash found on a baby’s bottom or genital area. It is very common and can…
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Bronchiolitis
Bronchiolitis is a common lung infection in infants and young children. It is often caused by a virus. Symptoms can…
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Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
Abnormal uterine bleeding is heavy or unusual bleeding from the uterus (through your vagina) throughout a woman’s monthly cycle.
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Vitiligo
Vitiligo is a skin coloring disorder that produces white patches on your skin. Learn about the symptoms, treatments, and outcomes…
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Grief Counseling
Grief counseling is therapy for people experiencing grief. Not everyone who is grieving needs counseling, but it can be helpful…
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Tubal Sterilization (Tubal Ligation)
Tubal sterilization is a permanent form of birth control that closes off a woman’s fallopian tubes. It is often referred…
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Spirituality and Health
No one really knows for sure how spirituality is related to health. However, it seems the body, mind, and spirit…
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Knee Bracing: What Works?
Knee braces are supports worn when you have pain in your knee or to prevent knee injuries. Research on how…
