American Academy of Family Physicians.
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Nutrient Shortfall Questionnaire
It is common for people to be lacking in nutrients. This can happen if your body doesn’t get enough of… supplements. If you have a nutrient deficiency, be sure to eat foods that are good sources of that nutrient. You can download charts from the…
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Foot Problems
There are a variety of conditions that can cause pain and discomfort to our feet. Use this chart to help… From warts to bunions, feet can suffer from some painful conditions. Use this chart to find appropriate self-care options…
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Cold and Flu
Follow this chart for information about how to treat the symptoms of a cold or the flu and how to… Follow this chart for information about how to treat the symptoms of a cold or the flu and how to know when to see a…
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Cough
A cough is an annoying symptom that can have many causes. Follow this chart to help identify your problem and… A cough is an annoying symptom that can have many causes. Follow this chart to help identify your problem and find suggestions for self-care…
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Knee Problems
Pain, swelling, stiffness and “water” on the knee are common symptoms. Follow this chart for more information about knee problems,… Pain, swelling, stiffness and "water" on the knee are common symptoms. Follow this chart for more information about knee problems, possible diagnoses and self-care…
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Protecting Your Family During Cold and Flu Season
Cold and flu season begins in the fall and continues through spring. Both conditions are contagious. But you can help… do to protect against getting sick. You may still get the cold and flu, but these can help prevent or lessen symptoms. Self-care Wash your…
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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19)
COVID-19 is highly contagious and does not yet have an approved vaccine. Symptoms may include a cough, a fever, and… can be shared if you touch a surface an infected person has touched. Some examples include door handles, elevator buttons and shopping carts. The germs…
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Monitoring Your Blood Sugar Level
If you have diabetes, it’s important to monitor your blood sugar throughout the day. There are 3 tools that can… also called a home blood sugar meter, a glucometer, or a glucose meter. This type of testing is often referred to as self-monitoring of blood…
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What You Can Do to Change Your Child's Behavior
Take a positive approach to teach your child good behavior… add 5 minutes. The Good Behavior Game (good for teaching a new behavior) Write a short list of good behaviors on a chart and mark the chart with a star each time you see the…
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Weight Issues in Children
Learn how to teach your child healthy habits to prevent weight problems or to help your child lose weight… model. If you are eating healthy and exercising, your child will too. Praise your child for his or her strengths to build self-esteem. For younger children…
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Genital Problems in Women
Vaginal irritation and discharge are common problems for women. Find a possible diagnosis by answering a few simple questions using… Vaginal irritation and discharge are common problems for many women. Follow this chart for help in understanding and self-treating many of these problems…
