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When Do I Need a Tetanus Shot?
What is tetanus? Tetanus, also known as “lockjaw,” is a serious infection caused by the bacteria Clostridium tetani. The bacteria […]
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What are signs of dehydration?
What is dehydration? On average, about 60% of a human’s body weight is made of water. Water is essential for […]
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How Many Calories Should I Eat Per Day?
What is a calorie? Food and drinks contain calories. A calorie is a unit of energy. The human body needs […]
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How to Prevent the Freshman 15
What is freshman 15? College is an exciting time and a huge lifestyle change. There is so much freedom now […]
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Heart Attack and How to Find it?
What is a Heart Attack? A heart attack, or myocardial infarction (MI), occurs when coronary arteries are completely blocked, leading […]
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What is Hashimoto’s Disease?
Overview Hashimoto’s disease is a chronic autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid. It causes hypothyroidism which means the thyroid gland […]
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Something about Sexually Transmitted Disease
Sexually transmitted disease There are many different types of sexually transmitted diseases and anyone who is sexually active can be […]
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Signs and symptoms of a UTI and what you can do about it
What is UTI? A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection of your urinary system and can bring discomfort and […]
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Things Everyone Should Know About a New and Not So New Cough
What is cough? Understanding coughs, both new and persistent, is important for taking care of your health. Coughs are common […]
Read MoreShingles: The Silent Pain Epidemic
What do Shingles look like? Infection with the Varicella-Zoster virus (VZV) first results in the well known disease chickenpox after […]
Read MoreADHD: The Signs and Solutions for the Disorder
What are the symptoms of ADHD? ADHD is a brain condition. It makes it hard to control impulses or stay […]
Read MoreDo I Really Need to Take That Medication?
What is Polypharmacy? Over time, people tend to take more and more medications. Taking a large number of medications is […]
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Making Good Food Choices Over The Holidays
Studies show that most Americans gain weight in between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Eve every year. However, it is possible […]
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What are common reasons for stomachaches and when should I be concerned?
Your abdomen is home to several different organs and processes that take place in order for your body to function, […]
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How frequently should I get my skin checked?
Screening for skin cancer is a type of preventative care that helps detect areas of concern that may turn into […]
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What are the causes of erectile dysfunction and how to treat it?
According to MayoClinic, erectile dysfunction is the inability to get an erection firm enough to have sexual intercourse. Erectile dysfunction […]
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How do I relieve constipation?
Constipation is defined as fewer than three bowel movements per week, however it can vary slightly between patient to patient […]
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How long does the flu last?
The common flu is a viral illness caused by the virus influenza types A, B, or C. The flu is […]
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How to get rid of hiccups and what causes them?
Hiccups are involuntary contractions of the diaphragm muscle. The diaphragm muscle is a large muscle in your abdomen that plays […]
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Can adults get RSV from kids?
RSV stands for Respiratory Syncytial virus, which is a viral infection affecting the lungs and respiratory tract. RSV is a […]
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