Staying Healthy

Discover health tips and topics to help you stay well and maintain a healthy body.

Crisis Situations

Bioterrorism

Bioterrorism is the use of bacteria, viruses, or germs to purposely harm large quantities of people or communities.

COVID-19 Prevention: Top Tips From Doctors

Family doctors offer the top 10 ways to protect yourself and others from COVID-19.

Pneumococcal Vaccines for Seniors

Pneumococcal vaccines help to prevent pneumonia. Adults 65 and older, for whom pneumonia can be fatal, should get two different…

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First Aid and Injury Prevention

Cast Care

Having to wear a cast isn’t necessarily enjoyable — or comfortable. But taking proper care of your cast may mean…

Bug Bites - Identification and Treatment

Most bug bites are harmless, but they do cause discomfort. In rare cases, certain bug bites can be deadly.

How to Prevent Falls in Older Adults

A fall at an older age can have serious consequences to your health and independence. Reduce your risk for falling…

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Healthy Living

Healthy Habits for Adults Over 60

A look at tips, tricks, advice and the benefits of maintaining healthy eating and exercise habits as you get…

Teaching Kids Healthy Habits

Teach your children how to live healthy. Start when they are young. This helps them avoid making unhealthy choices and…

How to Protect Your Skin from the Sun

Many people enjoy being outside. It’s fun to go to the park, work in the yard, or exercise outside. While those are all good things, make sure you keep your skin safe from the sun while you’re outside. Preventing Sunburn and Skin…

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Occupational Health

How to Protect Yourself From Job-related Skin Problems

An overview of job-related skin conditions, their causes and symptoms, and what can be done to avoid and treat…

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…

Health Care Workers: Avoiding Infections at Work

Healthcare workers have a high risk of being exposed to infections through blood, coughs or sneezes, and direct contact with…

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Pets and Animals

Avoiding Snakebites

If you enjoy being outdoors, you should recognize when snakes are active and learn how to best limit your exposure…

What Should I do if I Get a Spider Bite?

Spiders are found everywhere. But each kind of spider is unique. Some tend to live outdoors. Some are common inside…

Pets and Parasites

Pets carry diseases or parasites that can make human sick.

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Travel

Texting and Driving

Texting while driving is illegal and can be deadly for you, your passengers, and others on the road.

Air Travel Health Tips

One key to air travel is to prepare ahead of time. Follow these tips to make your air travel healthier…

International Travel: Tips for Staying Healthy

Travelling overseas can be fun, but there are precautions and plans you should make to ensure that you stay healthy…

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