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  • Intoeing

    Most people’s feet point straight ahead or outward. Some people, however, have feet that point inward. This is called…

  • Family Doctor vs. Quick-care Clinic

    A quick-care clinic or urgent care facility does not take the place of a visit to your family doctor. However,…

  • Head Lice

    Head lice are small wingless insects that can get on your hair and scalp. Lice bites may cause constant scratching,…

  • Understanding Your Medical Bills

    Knowing how to read your medical bills can help you to budget and to ensure that you’re paying the right…

  • Somatic Symptom and Related Disorders

    Somatic symptom and related disorders is a group of conditions in which the physical pain and symptoms a person feels…

  • H1N1 Influenza

    H1N1 influenza is a viral infection. It’s not the same as seasonal flu (influenza). The first outbreak occurred in 2009…

  • Lipomas

    Lipomas are benign (not cancerous), slow-growing tumors that come from fat cells. They are usually round, moveable lumps under the…

  • Hyperhidrosis

    Hyperhidrosis is excessive sweating without the usual triggers.

  • Child Safety: Keeping Medicines Out of Reach

    More than 60,000 children go to the emergency room each year after getting into medicine. Childproofing your medicine storage is…

  • Deaf or Hard-of-Hearing: Tips for Working With Your Doctor

    If you are deaf or hard of hearing, bring an interpreter with you whenever you see a doctor.

  • Mononucleosis (Mono)

    Mononucleosis is a contagious illness usually spread through saliva. For this reason, it’s sometimes called “kissing disease.”

  • Methotrexate

    Methotrexate is a strong medicine used to treat several conditions. It slows the production of cells. It also suppresses the…

  • Common School-Age Illnesses/Infections

    School-aged children are routinely exposed to a number of common childhood infections and illnesses. It’s not unusual. But always see…

  • Choosing a Family Doctor

    Choosing a family doctor is a process of seeking recommendations, meeting with the doctor and deciding if he or she…