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How to Take Care of Yourself During Pregnancy
Prenatal care means taking care of yourself and your baby before he or she is born, including living a healthy…
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How to Take HIV Medicines
If you don’t take your medicines just the way your doctor tells you to, your HIV might not be exposed…
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How to Treat Cold Sores
Cold sores are small, blister-like, fluid-filled lesions that usually appear around the border of the lips. They are caused by…
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How to Treat Common Household Injuries
Cuts, scrapes, and even burns are common household injuries. Most of the time, these injuries are minor and can be…
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How to Use a Metered-Dose Inhaler
A metered dose inhaler is a prescription to treat respiratory problems.
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HPV Vaccine is for Boys, Too
Girls—and boys—can both benefit from getting the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine. The vaccine reduces chances of developing some cancers later…
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Hydration for Athletes
Getting the right amount of water before, during, and after exercise helps your body to function properly. A lack of…
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Hydration: Why It’s So Important
Your body depends on water to survive. Every cell, tissue, and organ in your body needs it to work properly…
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I Tested Positive for COVID-19. Now What?
If you have—or suspect that you have—COVID-19, you should follow the CDC’s recommendations for isolation to stop the spread of…
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I’m Pregnant! What’s Safe to Eat?
Recently, my patient Jennifer (not her real name) came in for a prenatal visit. She had been trying to get pregnant for several months. When she finally got a positive result on a home pregnancy test, she and her husband were thrilled. During the…
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Ideal Weight and BMI
Body mass index (BMI) is a method for measuring your ideal weight. It is used as a screening tool to…
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Illegal Drugs, Alcohol, Tobacco, and Your Child
Children are exposed to drugs, alcohol, and tobacco through a number of sources. Talking to your child about these issues…
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Immunization Schedules
Certain immunizations are important at every age to reduce illness, hospitalization, or death.
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Immunizations
Vaccinations are safe, effective, and required for many activities including school. Maintaining a vaccine schedule will protect you from many…
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Importance of Sexual Health
Sexual health impacts your physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being. Getting educated and respecting yourself and others is key.
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Incision Care After Surgery
Taking care of your incision after surgery is important to your health. It can reduce the risk of infection and…
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Infant CPR/Choking
Quick response is crucial when performing CPR on children or helping a child who is choking.
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Infant Formula
Infant formulas are a viable option for feeding your baby that are specially made to meet babies’ nutritional needs.
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Information for Caregivers
If you’re a caregiver to a loved one, it can take a lot out of you, both physically and…
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Injury Prevention: Properly Storing Cleaning Supplies
According to the National Capital Poison Center, household cleaning supplies—including kitchen cleaners and liquid laundry packets—are the second most common exposure to poison among children under 6 years of age. Since the COVID-19 outbreak, cleaning has been on the rise. A…
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