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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…
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“Why do I smoke?" Quiz
People smoke for different reasons. Knowing why you smoke can be the first step on the road to quitting.
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"Do I Want to Quit?" Quiz
Learn how you feel about smoking and how you can use this information to help you quit.
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Abdominal Ultrasound
An abdominal ultrasound is an imaging test to examine the inside of your stomach.
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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 towns and counties. Some people have to drive an hour or more to find the nearest doctor or hospital. There are other barriers, too
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Acne | Isotretinoin
Isotretinoin is a medicine used to treat very bad acne. It is usually used for cystic acne that did not…
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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
Nutritional needs change as we age. After age 50, choose food and drinks wisely for your gender, health, and activity…
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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 occurs when people who have had an alcohol abuse problem stop drinking. Symptoms can be mild or…
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Allergy Shots: Could They Help Your Allergies?
Allergy shots are part of the treatment plan for helping make your allergy symptoms less severe over time.
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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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Anti-diarrheal Medicines: OTC Relief for Diarrhea
Over-the-counter antidiarrheal medicines like Imodium, Kaopectate, or Pepto-Bismol can help to relieve frequent and liquid bowel movements.
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Antibiotics: When They Can and Can't Help
Antibiotics are medicines prescribed by your doctor to treat infections. Overuse can lead to antibiotic resistance.
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