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Foot Problems
There are a variety of conditions that can cause pain and discomfort to our feet. Use this chart to help… From warts to bunions, feet can suffer from some painful conditions. Use this chart to find appropriate self-care options…
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Cold and Flu
Follow this chart for information about how to treat the symptoms of a cold or the flu and how to… Follow this chart for information about how to treat the symptoms of a cold or the flu and how to know when to see a…
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Cough
A cough is an annoying symptom that can have many causes. Follow this chart to help identify your problem and… A cough is an annoying symptom that can have many causes. Follow this chart to help identify your problem and find suggestions for self-care…
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Knee Problems
Pain, swelling, stiffness and “water” on the knee are common symptoms. Follow this chart for more information about knee problems,… Pain, swelling, stiffness and "water" on the knee are common symptoms. Follow this chart for more information about knee problems, possible diagnoses and self-care…
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Combat Cold and Flu Season
Cold and flu season usually begins when the weather starts to cool. You can take steps to help protect your… do to protect against getting sick. You may still get the cold and flu, but these can help prevent or lessen symptoms. Self-care Wash your…
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Monitoring Your Blood Sugar Level
If you have diabetes, it’s important to monitor your blood sugar throughout the day. There are 3 tools that can… also called a home blood sugar meter, a glucometer, or a glucose meter. This type of testing is often referred to as self-monitoring of blood…
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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… can be shared if you touch a surface an infected person has touched. Some examples include door handles, elevator buttons and shopping carts. The germs…
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Coronavirus (COVID-19)
Learn how to better protect yourself from COVID-19… the instructions to help insure accurate test results. Find out more about COVID-19 testing. Delays in testing may also delay seeking care and treatment (when sick) as well as delays in self-isolation that could reduce the spread…
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What You Can Do to Change Your Child's Behavior
Take a positive approach to teach your child good behavior… There are many things that can cause a child to have temper tantrums, emotional outbursts, and general “bad” or unexpected behavior. These can include biological reasons, like being hungry or overtired. It can include…
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Weight Issues in Children
Learn how to teach your child healthy habits to prevent weight problems or to help your child lose weight… Is your child overweight? It may be hard to tell. As children grow and develop, weight changes are normal. If you’re concerned about your child’s weight,…
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Genital Problems in Women
Vaginal irritation and discharge are common problems for women. Find a possible diagnosis by answering a few simple questions using… Vaginal irritation and discharge are common problems for many women. Follow this chart for help in understanding and self-treating many of these problems…
