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  • Chronic health conditions can increase your risk of being hospitalized with influenza. Getting an annual flu vaccine is the best protection.

    Flu Risks and Chronic Conditions

    Chronic health conditions can increase your risk of being hospitalized with influenza (the flu). Getting an annual flu vaccine is…

  • An older woman gets a flu shot. There are a lot of myths surrounding the flu.

    Flu Myths

    The flu is something to take seriously. But it’s important to sort out fact from fiction to stay healthy.

  • Graphic showing a diverse group of people against a blue background.

    Help Us Build a Community of Immunity!

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

  • A toddler wears an oxygen mask. RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is a common virus that makes it hard to breathe. RSV is common in children under 2, but anyone can get it.

    RSV (Respiratory Syncytial Virus)

    Respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) is a common virus. It affects your lungs, making it difficult to breathe. The virus is…

  • An elderly woman and doctor sit at a table and look at a tablet.

    At high risk for COVID-19? Create a plan

    You are more likely to get very sick from COVID-19 if you are 50 years and older OR if you have some high-risk conditions, such as diabetes, heart disease, and asthma. Protect yourself by creating a plan to prepare for unexpected illness…

  • A girl sits at the kitchen table covering her eyes in a stressful way with her homework sitting in front of her.

    ADHD in Children: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Support

    ADHD is one of the most common developmental disorders of childhood, associated with inattention, hyperactivity, and/or impulsivity.

  • A woman sits on the couch with one hand holding her head and the other hand holding her stomach. Good gut health improves your physical health, mental well-being, and boosts your immunity against infection.

    Optimizing Your Gut Health: Tips, Myths, and the Gut-Brain Connection

    Good gut health improves your physical health, mental well-being, and boosts your immunity against infection.

  • A fourteen year old Caucasian girl reads her blood sugar level by placing her cellphone next to her pump in her arm as she sits at a dining table.

    Diabetes in Kids - Signs and Causes

    Diabetes is a chronic condition that occurs when your child’s body doesn’t’ make or use insulin properly. There are two…

  • A plastic model of intestines sits on a table in a doctor’s office where a patient is consulting with a doctor about her Crohn’s disease.

    Crohn’s Disease

    Crohn’s disease is an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) that causes ulcers to form in the gastrointestinal (GI) tract anywhere from…

  • Woman in business clothes holding sinuses in pain

    Sinus Infection (Sinusitis)

    A sinus infection is a condition where the lining of your sinuses becomes inflamed. It can be caused by bacteria…

  • doctor listens to a pregnant woman’s belly with a stethoscope

    Pregnancy and Childbirth

    Questions about pregnancy and impending parenthood? familydoctor.org has facts on pregnancy, fetal health, labor, childbirth and caring for your…

  • pregnant woman in the hospital with fetal heart rate monitoring sensors strapped to her abdomen

    Monitoring Baby’s Heart Rate During Labor

    Fetal heart rate monitoring keeps track of your baby’s heart rate. This helps your doctor detect problems that may develop…

  • Floor scale with tape measure wrapped around apple to illustrate obesity

    Healthy Weight

    Achieving a healthy weight is different for everyone. You may want to lose weight for personal reasons. Or you may…

  • Muscular man applying testosterone gel on shoulder

    Ways to Increase Low Testosterone

    Testosterone is a sex hormone that your body makes. Normally, men produce more of it than women do. Some men…

  • A swollen foot caused by lymphedema. Lymphedema occurs when there is excess fluid inside your body. It causes swelling in your arms, legs, fingers, and toes.

    Lymphedema

    Lymphedema is a condition often caused by cancer treatment or surgery. It results in swelling of the lymph nodes located…

  • Senior man with heat exhaustion cools his head with a wet cold cloth

    Heat Exhaustion and Heat Stroke

    Heat exhaustion and heatstroke are serious conditions. Learn the warning signs of these heat-related illnesses, as well as how to…

  • Traveler’s Diarrhea

    Traveler’s diarrhea is a common travel-related illness that anyone can get when traveling to certain areas. Most cases are mild…

  • smiling father gives son a piggy-back ride outside

    Men

    Men's health concerns, including high blood pressure, diabetes, heart failure, heart attack, stroke, prevention, wellness & more.

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