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“Bee” Careful! What To Do If You Get Stung
Unless you are allergic to the venom of bees, wasps, or hornets, you probably won’t need to see your family doctor if you get stung. A sting will be painful and annoying, but otherwise pretty harmless. Most of my patients only have mild
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“Why do I smoke?" Quiz
Knowing why you smoke might be the answer to quitting for good.
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"Do I Want to Quit Smoking?" Quiz
Learn how you feel about smoking and how you can use this information to help you quit.
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A Family Doctor Responds to New Study on Vaccines and Aluminum
A new study released in late September shows a possible association between exposure to aluminum found in some childhood vaccinations and the development of persistent asthma in young children. A study like this may cause parents to have questions about routine vaccinations for their
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Abdominal Ultrasound
An abdominal ultrasound is an imaging test that allows a doctor to look inside your abdomen (belly).
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Accessing Care in Rural Communities
Most of us can find a doctor or a hospital nearby. Rural residents struggle to find health care in their…
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Accessing Your Community’s Social Services
Sometimes, life’s challenges force us to seek help. Whether it’s illness, joblessness, homelessness, or natural disasters, social service agencies can…
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Acne | Isotretinoin
Isotretinoin is a medicine used to treat very bad acne and it has certain side effects to consider.
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Added Sugar: What You Need To Know
Sugar is a simple carbohydrate that provides calories for your body to use as energy. There are two main types…
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Adolescents and Young Adults: Getting the Preventive Services You Need
Get an early start on good lifelong health by learning about the services and advice your family doctor can provide…
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Adult vaccinations
Adult vaccinations are important for adults for staying healthy as they age.
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Advance Directives and Do Not Resuscitate Orders
An advance directive is a legal document. It tells your doctor and family what kind of medical care you want…
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After 40: Women’s Nutrition and Metabolism Needs
Nutritional needs (food and water) and metabolism (how fast your body converts food to energy) change for women as they…
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After 50: Nutritional Needs
Don’t ignore your nutritional needs as you get older.
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Air Pollution
Outdoor air pollution is a mix of gases and toxic particles in the air we breathe. Regular exposure to it…
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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…
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Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome
Alcohol withdrawal syndrome is a set of symptoms that people can have when they stop drinking.
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Allergy Shots: Could They Help Your Allergies?
Allergy shots can relieve symptoms for people with chronic allergies including mold and pollen from grasses, ragweed and trees.
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Anger Management Issues in Children
Moments of anger in children are normal. But as parents, it’s important to teach your child how to deal with…
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Antacids and Acid Reducers: OTC Relief for Heartburn and Acid Reflux
There are 3 types of over-the-counter medicines that treat heartburn and acid reflux: antacids, H2 blockers and proton pump…
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