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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… The AAFP and CDC recommend the Pfizer-BioNTech’s coronavirus vaccine for people 5 and older, and the Moderna and Johnson & Johnson vaccines for people 18…
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Air Travel Health Tips
One key to air travel is to prepare ahead of time. Follow these tips to make your air travel healthier… to your doctor in advance if you are pregnant, sick, or have a chronic health condition. You might need other protection, like vaccines or medicines…
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Bioterrorism
Bioterrorism is the use of bacteria, viruses, or germs to purposely harm large quantities of people or communities… common bioterrorist agent. It can spread from person to person. Plague symptoms include: Fever. Headache. Weakness. Chest pain. Cough. Bloody mucous discharge. Vaccines for anthrax and smallpox…
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Chronic Bronchitis
Chronic bronchitis is an inflammation in the airways of the lungs that lasts longer than 3 months. It is most… will help relieve my symptoms? What lifestyle changes should I make at home to help relieve my symptoms? Is it safe for me to exercise?…
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Learn how to better protect yourself from COVID-19… or need for hospitalization. Vaccine recommendations are based on age, time since last dose, and in some cases, the first vaccine received. Vaccines include Pfizer-BioNTech and Moderna, both of which are mRNA vaccines. The Novavax COVID-19 vaccine…
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Down Syndrome
Down syndrome is a chromosomal disorder that affects physical and intellectual development… What is Down syndrome? Down syndrome is a genetic disorder that causes physical problems and intellectual disabilities. It is most often caused by the presence of an extra copy of chromosome number 21…
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Fear of Needles
Many children are scared of shots because they have a fear of needles. Help your child understand that shots are… No matter how old you are, getting a shot at the doctor’s office is no fun. As adults, we recognize that the benefit is worth…
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Flu Myths
The flu is something to take seriously. But it’s important to sort out fact from fiction to stay healthy… The flu, or influenza, is a viral infection. It occurs in your respiratory (breathing) area and affects your throat, lungs, and nose. There are a…
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Pneumonia and Walking Pneumonia
Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. How serious it is depends on what caused the pneumonia, your age, and… What is pneumonia? Pneumonia is an infection of the lungs. It causes the air sacs (alveoli) of the lungs to get inflamed (irritated and…
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Viral Infections During Pregnancy
If you are pregnant, it’s important to take precautions against viral infections to protect you and your baby… If you are pregnant, it's important to take precautions against viral infections. A viral infection is a contagious illness. Most viruses will not hurt your baby. However,…
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Immunization Schedules
Certain immunizations are important at every age to reduce illness, hospitalization, or death… Vaccine Schedule for Children (Birth through 6 Years) Vaccine Schedule for Preteens and Teens (7 through 18 Years) Vaccine Schedule for Adults (By Age) …
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Chickenpox Vaccine
Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease that is easily preventable with the use of a vaccine… What is chickenpox? Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease caused by a virus. It is most common in children. Most cases occur in people who are younger than 15…
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Pregnancy and RSV
In August 2023, the U.S. Federal Drug Administration (FDA) approved the maternal RSV vaccine (Abrysvo) to help prevent severe RSV… Respiratory synctial virus (RSV) is a common condition that affects a person’s respiratory system. In most cases, RSV causes mild, cold-like symptoms. However, infants and…
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Chickenpox
Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease caused by a virus. It once was a common childhood disease until a vaccine… What is chickenpox? Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease caused by a virus. It is most common in children. The classic symptom is an…
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Mumps
Learn about mumps and how it can be prevented… What are mumps? Mumps is a virus. It causes the glands around your neck (between your ear and jaw) to swell. These glands make the saliva (spit) that helps you chew and swallow food. Mumps…
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Bronchiolitis
Bronchiolitis is a common lung infection in infants and young children. It is usually caused by a virus. RSV is… What is bronchiolitis? Bronchiolitis is a common lung infection in infants and young children. It happens when the smallest air passages in the lungs…
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COVID-19 Tests
COVID-19 remains important in caring for yourself and protecting others… Despite the years since COVID-19 was identified, it remains a contagious virus. If you have or suspect you have COVID-19, you must test. It’s important to know whether you have tested positive so that you…
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Whooping Cough
Whooping cough is a respiratory infection. It is also known as pertussis. Whooping cough is highly contagious and is most… What is whooping cough? Whooping cough is a respiratory infection. It is also known as pertussis. Whooping cough is highly contagious and is most…
