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Prescription Weight-loss Medicines
Prescription weight loss medicines are given to you by your doctor to help you lose weight when diet and exercise… have hyperthyroidism or glaucoma. This medicine could cause birth defects. Do not use if you are pregnant, planning to become pregnant, or breastfeeding. Liraglutide Brand…
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Head Lice
Head lice are small wingless insects that can get on your hair and scalp. Lice bites may cause constant scratching,… a cream, lotion, or shampoo to treat your head lice. Certain prescription medicines are also safer for women who are pregnant or breastfeeding. The products…
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Occupational Exposure to HIV: Advice for Health Care Workers
HIV stands for human immunodeficiency virus. It is an infection that attacks your body’s immune system and can lead to… when and how? What were the results? Are you sexually active? What kind of relationship are you in? Are you pregnant or breastfeeding? Do you…
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Health Insurance: Understanding What It Covers
Health insurance plans differ in terms of what they cover. All plans offered by the federal marketplace, however, must cover… risk Tobacco use screening Tuberculosis screening for adults at increased risk For pregnant women or women who may become pregnant: Anemia screening Breastfeeding comprehensive support…
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Emergency Contraception
Emergency contraception is a method of preventing pregnancy if used within a short period of time after having sex… You should not use any emergency contraception if you know you are pregnant or are trying to get pregnant. Women who are breastfeeding should not use…
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Ovarian Cancer
Ovarian cancer is cancer in one or both ovaries. Ovaries are small organs located on each side of a women’s… called an oophorectomy. Any woman can develop ovarian cancer. Studies show that some things can reduce your risk, such as: Giving birth Breastfeeding for 1…
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Hope After a Life-Changing Diagnosis
From diagnosis through ongoing treatment, I help my patients who have HIV live longer, healthier lives and avoid passing HIV… One of the most challenging parts of being a family doctor is giving a patient a life-changing diagnosis. It’s a delicate tightrope to walk…
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Echinacea: What Should I Know About It?
Echinacea has been a popular herbal remedy for centuries. Today, it is often used to prevent or treat viruses that… Echinacea is a flowering plant that grows in the U.S. and Canada. It is also called coneflower. It is a member of the daisy family…
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Changes in Your Body During Pregnancy: First Trimester
The first trimester of pregnancy can be exciting and scary. A person’s body goes through a lot of changes—physically and… The first trimester of pregnancy can be exciting and scary. A person’s body goes through a lot of changes. Some of these changes may…
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Obesity and Pregnancy
Women who have obesity can have healthy pregnancies. It is important to receive regular prenatal care to manage risks to… A person is considered to have obesity when their body mass index (BMI) is 30 or higher (without being pregnant). For people who become pregnant,…
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) is an imaging test used to see the organs, bones, and tissue inside your body… Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a scan that uses strong magnet and radio waves to see inside your body. It can see your organs, bones and…
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Methotrexate
Methotrexate is a strong medicine that is used to treat some types of cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, psoriasis, and several other… Methotrexate is a strong medicine used to treat several conditions. It belongs to a class of drugs called antimetabolites. It works by slowing down…
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Shaken Baby Syndrome (Abusive Head Trauma)
Abusive head trauma (shaken baby syndrome) is a form of child abuse that can be deadly or leave a baby… What is shaken baby syndrome (abusive head trauma)? Abusive head trauma is also called shaken baby syndrome. This is because it is most often…
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Postpartum Depression (PPD)
Postpartum depression effects women after giving birth. It involves feelings of sadness, loneliness, worthlessness and restlessness that can last for… What is postpartum depression? Postpartum depression is a mental health illness that affects women after giving birth. For some women, it is normal to feel…
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Mpox (monkeypox)
Mpox (monkeypox) began making the news following a surge in new cases in summer 2022. This outbreak includes reports of… Mpox (monkeypox) began making the news following a surge in new cases in summer 2022. This outbreak includes reports of cases in several countries where…
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Postpartum Depression Action Plan
A postpartum depression action plan is important if you are at risk of developing postpartum depression after your baby is… Postpartum depression is a mental health illness that affects women after giving birth. For some women, it is normal to feel the “baby blues” for a few…
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Motion Sickness
Motion sickness is feeling triggered by movement. It occurs in cars, buses, trains, planes, or boats. It also can happen… What is motion sickness? Motion sickness is a sick feeling triggered by movement. It occurs in cars, buses, trains, planes, or boats. It can…
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Getting the Most from Your OTC Medicine
Over the counter medicines are available without a prescription, but that doesn’t mean you don’t need to be safe when… OTC is short for “over-the-counter.” OTC drugs are medicines you can buy without a prescription from your doctor. You usually can find these medicines at…
