Infants and Toddlers
COVID Vaccines for Young Children: What Parents Need to Know
On December 8, 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the updated (Bivalent) COVID-19 vaccine to include children 6 months and older. The American Academy of Family Physicians has endorsed the approval. The Academy believes it will help prevent COVID-19…
Fear of Needles
Many children are scared of shots because they have a fear of needles. Help your child understand that shots are…
Chickenpox Vaccine
Chickenpox is a highly contagious disease that is easily preventable with the use of a vaccine.
Kids and Teens
COVID Vaccines for Young Children: What Parents Need to Know
On December 8, 2022, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration authorized the updated (Bivalent) COVID-19 vaccine to include children 6 months and older. The American Academy of Family Physicians has endorsed the approval. The Academy believes it will help prevent COVID-19…
Your Child’s Mental Health
A mentally healthy child can develop friendships, learn new things and do well in school. Early detection of issues can…
Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine: What Parents Needs to Know
Pneumococcal disease is caused by bacteria. It can lead to infections in the lungs, blood, and brain. The vaccine prevents…
Men
Flu Complications Risk Greater for Minority Groups
People from racial and ethnic minority groups are more likely to be hospitalized when they have the flu. They are…
Vasectomy: What to Expect
A vasectomy is a procedure that makes a man permanently unable to get a woman pregnant.
Men: Eat Right, Stay Healthy
Men must follow the same healthy eating guidelines as women to stay well.
Pregnancy and Childbirth
Flu Vaccine During Pregnancy
Not only is getting a flu shot safe for pregnant women, but it will also help to protect both you…
Mastitis
Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast usually caused by an infection.
Screening in Pregnancy
Pregnancy screenings can provide valuable information before your baby is born about the risks for common birth defects.
Seniors
Nourish Your Brain
A healthy brain is just as important as a healthy body. Many of the things you do to keep your…
Flu Complications Risk Greater for Minority Groups
People from racial and ethnic minority groups are more likely to be hospitalized when they have the flu. They are…
Talking to Your Doctor about Alzheimer’s Disease
Worried about memory loss—either in yourself or a loved one? It’s not easy to talk about cognitive changes, but early conversations about Alzheimer’s with your family doctor are important. Whether you're noticing signs of forgetfulness or struggling with confusion, bringing…
Women
Flu Complications Risk Greater for Minority Groups
People from racial and ethnic minority groups are more likely to be hospitalized when they have the flu. They are…
Flu Vaccine During Pregnancy
Not only is getting a flu shot safe for pregnant women, but it will also help to protect both you…
Mastitis
Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast usually caused by an infection.
