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How to disinfect and sanitize your home
Why home disinfection and sanitization matter Keeping your home clean does more than just make it look nice. It helps protect you and your family from getting sick. Germs can live on surfaces and spread from person to person, especially during cold and flu…
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Your Brain is Aging: What a Family Physician Wants You to Know
Roughly 10% of U.S. adults ages 65 and older have dementia, while 22% have mild cognitive impairment, according to a Columbia University study. You might have concerns about your own cognitive health or have questions about what you can do to keep your…
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Brain Training: Cognitive Health Tips for Seniors
Exercising your brain is important to reduce your risk of developing dementia.
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Pap Smear Test for Cervical Cancer
A Pap smear is a medical exam used to determine if a woman has cervical cancer. It’s performed by a…
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Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
The gallbladder helps your body digest fat. If it gets inflamed, your doctor may want to remove it. Fortunately, we…
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UTIs in Young Children
A urinary tract infection (UTI) is a condition that affects the kidneys, bladder, and urethra area.
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How to Get Motivated to Work Out
Making a habit of working out is difficult to start, but beneficial to your mental and physical health.
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Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Diet
Following a special diet can help reduce the buildup of waste in your kidneys, reducing stress and slowing the progress…
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Is Your Teen in an Abusive Relationship?
Teen dating violence is widespread. Experts predict that nearly one in three teenagers, both boys and girls, is a victim…
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Prenatal diagnostic testing: Amniocentesis and CVS
Doctors may use two methods – amniocentesis and chorionic villus sampling – to see if your developing baby has genetic…
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Occupational Exposure to Lead
Lead is a poisonous metal. In the past, it was used in many products but is regulated now. It can…
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Homosexuality: Facts for Teens
Sexuality and gender identity can be confusing for teens. There are a lot of terms to become familiar with to…
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CPAP Devices for Sleep Apnea
A CPAP device fits over your face while you sleep. It reduces snoring and prevents sleep disturbances that can interfere…
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Telemedicine
Telemedicine is a way for patients to receive access to medical care without leaving their homes by using technology to…
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Healthy Pregnancy Diet
Eating healthy is more critical than ever during pregnancy. You’re making healthy choices for two. Your food should reflect…
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Preventing Malnutrition in Older Adults
Older adults are more vulnerable to malnutrition. Learn ways to prevent it.
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Pain Management After Surgery
Recovering from surgery typically involves the use of prescription or over-the-counter pain medicine.
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Understanding Abnormal Cervical Cancer Screening Results
Cervical cancer screening is important and has saved lives.
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What To Do After A Mental Health Diagnosis
If you’ve received a mental health diagnosis, take comfort in knowing that treatment is available.
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Newborn Reflexes and What They Mean
Newborn babies have limited control over their bodies, but they do have certain behaviors and reflexes that parents need to…