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Cancer: Medical Vocabulary
When you are diagnosed with cancer, it can be overwhelming. You have your feelings to deal with, plus a whole… study of cancer. Palliative Care: Therapy that focuses on improving one’s quality of life rather than curing his or her cancer. Pap Smear: A test…
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Vaginal Discharge
Vaginal discharge is the small amount of fluid produced by glands inside your vagina and cervix and released through the… tubs. Bathe or shower daily and pat your genital area dry. Don’t douche. Avoid feminine hygiene sprays, colored or perfumed toilet paper, deodorant pads or…
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The Importance of Vaccinations
Vaccinations are essential to personal and public health. They prevent the spread of contagious, dangerous, and deadly diseases… Vaccines do NOT cause autism. Though multiple studies have been conducted, none have shown a link between autism and vaccines. The initial paper that started the rumor…
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Recovering from Delivery (Postpartum Recovery)
Fully recovering from pregnancy and childbirth can take months, and it may be even longer before you feel like yourself… Do this by using a squirt bottle to rinse the area and pat it dry. Do not wipe the area with toilet paper or you…
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Migraines
A migraine is usually an intense pounding headache that can last for hours or even days… A migraine is usually an intense pounding headache that can last for hours or even days. The pounding or pulsing pain usually begins in the forehead, the side…
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HIV
The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) attacks the body’s immune system. A healthy immune system is what keeps you from getting… What is HIV? The human immunodeficiency virus (HIV) attacks the body’s immune system. A healthy immune system is what keeps you from getting sick…
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Learn how to better protect yourself from COVID-19… COVID-19 is a disease caused by a coronavirus called SARS-CoV-2, which was identified in 2019. Coronaviruses mutate (change) into new and different variants. However, they remain infectious to people and some animals. The infection spreads through respiratory…
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Childhood Vaccines: What They Are and Why Your Child Needs Them
Most schools and daycares require certain childhood vaccines, but they’re also good for your child’s health… A vaccine is a preventive treatment for certain medical diseases. These are diseases that are caused by infections and spread from person-to-person. Vaccines contain a weakened version of…
