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RSV (respiratory syncytial virus) is a common respiratory infection that can cause severe illness in young children. However, the elderly and people with weakened immune systems are also at increased risk. …
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A visit to your primary care provider is likely to include a trip to the lab for bloodwork. Is there really a need to endure the bloodletting jab? Simply put, “yes.”…
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Heart failure is a condition in which your heart can’t pump enough blood to meet your body’s needs. Although heart failure doesn’t mean that your heart has stopped working, it can …
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We are all aware of the many benefits of exercise. Aerobic activity boosts our metabolism and strengthens our hearts. Lifting weights builds muscles and makes our bones stronger. Stretching improves balance …
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While less common than breast cancer, the rising incidence of gynecologic cancers in recent years has become concerning.
Gynecologic cancers include:
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Prostate cancer is the most common cancer among men (after skin cancer). However, with a five-year survival rate of nearly 98%, it is one of the most treatable cancers. To help …
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Schools have always been a hot zone for spreading germs and illnesses. In the new COVID-19 era, we all want to be more careful. As we enter a new school year, …
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Knee pain is a common and affects people of all ages. It can be the result of an injury or caused by arthritis. Regardless of the reason for your knee pain, …
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How often do you have a full night—at least seven hours—of uninterrupted sleep? If your response is “every night,” consider yourself lucky.
A 2018 study of older adults reported that 63.3% …
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Editor’s note: For this week’s article, we asked our summer marketing intern and recent college graduate, Marcia, if she had any questions about navigating the health care system. Our conversation led …