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Teen Suicide
Teen suicide is when a teenager ends their own life. It can be impulsive or planned. However, not all suicide… social Becoming more angry or edgy Losing interest in hobbies or events Having trouble focusing Showing changes in normal routine, such as sleeping, eating, or…
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Chronic Headaches Are a Pain
If headache pain is getting in the way of your daily activities, it’s time to see your family doctor… she takes care of her family, does volunteer work, and has a number of other responsibilities. Next, I asked Wanda about her sleep habits. She told…
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Types of Antidepressants
Antidepressants are a group of prescription medicines that treat depression and sometimes other health conditions… of SSRIs are: Citalopram Escitalopram Fluoxetine Fluvoxamine Paroxetine Sertraline Common side effects of SSRIs include: Dry mouth Nausea Headaches Nervousness Restlessness Trouble sleeping Sexual problems Serotonin and norepinephrine reuptake inhibitors…
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Common School-Age Illnesses/Infections
Childhood illnesses can be worrying for parents, but most common illnesses are relatively harmless and can be cared for at… and your family from getting the flu. Treatment: Typical cases don’t require treatment. Symptoms can be managed at home with medicine, sleep, and plenty of…
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Back Pain During Pregnancy
Back pain during pregnancy is common and varies in severity… off balance. Sleep with a mattress that isn’t too soft and offers support. When you are pregnant, it is best to sleep on your side. Place pillows under your stomach and between your legs for…
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Mouth and Teeth: How to Keep Them Healthy
Having a healthy mouth can have overall health benefits. Good oral health takes discipline like brushing and flossing every… the use of pacifiers. They can worsen oral health and affect how teeth grow in. Don’t let your baby go to sleep with a bottle. This…
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Pulmonary Hypertension
Pulmonary arteries are the blood vessels that carry blood from your heart to your lungs. These arteries can narrow or… because of another medical condition, it is called secondary pulmonary hypertension. Breathing problems such as emphysema and chronic bronchitis, as well as sleep apnea, are…
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Electroconvulsive Therapy (ECT)
Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a method of stimulating the brain with electricity to treat some types of severe mental… Electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) is a method of stimulating the brain with electricity to treat some types of severe mental illness. It can be used to treat…
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Vomiting and Diarrhea
Information for parents about vomiting and diarrhea in children from the American Academy of Family Physicians… What is vomiting and diarrhea? Vomiting (throwing up) and diarrhea (watery bowel movements) are common symptoms of gastroenteritis. Gastroenteritis is the inflammation and irritation of the stomach and…
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OTC Medicines and Pregnancy
Over-the-counter medicines can present potential health problems if you are pregnant. Know the risks and talk to you doctor before… Over-the-counter (OTC) medicines are drugs you can buy without a prescription from your doctor. Many OTC medicines haven’t been well studied for safety in pregnant…
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Depression
Depression is a mood disorder that affects people of all ages and is different for everyone. A person who has… What is depression? Depression is a serious medical illness of the brain. It is not a feeling of sadness or feeling “blue.” Someone who has…
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Recognizing Newborn Illnesses
How do you know if your newborn is sick. These signs may give you a clue… Bringing your baby home from the hospital is a very exciting time. But having a newborn around can be stressful for lots of reasons. One of these is concern…
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COVID-19 Vaccines for Kids Under 5
Though it isn't in the news as much as it was in the beginning, the COVID-19 pandemic is still not over. To help continue to fight the spread of the disease, COVID-19 vaccines have been approved for children as young as…
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Babies and Thumbs, Fingers, and Pacifiers
Sucking on thumbs, fingers, and pacifiers is common in babies. Each has its pros and cons for parents to… Babies are known for putting things in their mouths. This includes thumbs, fingers, and pacifiers. But are these things good for them? There’s a lot of…
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Adolescents and Young Adults: Getting the Preventive Services You Need
Get an early start on good lifelong health by learning about the services and advice your family doctor can provide… When you are young, you may not think much about going to the doctor unless you’re sick or hurt. But your doctor is there in…
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Antihistamines
Antihistamines help stop allergy symptoms like itchy eyes and sneezing. They are available in both prescription and over-the-counter forms… Antihistamines are medicines that help stop allergy symptoms. These symptoms include: Itchy eyes Sneezing Runny nose or congestion Skin rashes such as hives They are normally…
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Lyme Disease
Lyme disease is a bacterial infection caused by a tick bite… What is Lyme disease? Lyme disease is a bacterial infection that is caused by a tick bite. It was first recognized in 1975 when large numbers of children around the town of Lyme, Connecticut, were being…
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Vertebroplasty for Spine Fracture Pain
Vertebroplasty treats compression spine fractures. In these fractures, the bone collapses and breaks. The procedure injects cement into the… Vertebroplasty is an outpatient procedure that is done to treat compression spine fractures. In these types of fractures, the bone collapses and breaks. The procedure injects…
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