Prevention
Get your flu shot today!
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National Influenza Vaccination Week (NIVW) is a critical opportunity to remind everyone 6 months and older that there’s still time to protect themselves and their loved ones from flu this flu season by getting their annual flu vaccine if they have not already. CDC data shows that flu vaccination coverage was lower last season, especially among certain…
Tips to Prevent Osteoporosis
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Your bones are precious. Tips to prevent osteoporosis for Bone & Joint Health Awareness Month.
What is Breast Cancer?
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Breast cancer is a type of cancer that forms in breast tissue. It can begin in one or both breasts. Though the majority of breast cancers are found in women, men can get breast cancer too.
12 Myths about STIs Debunked
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No matter who you are or who you love, it is important to know what is reality and what is a myth when it comes to your sexual health and STIs.
Newest Guidelines for HPV Vaccinations from the CDC
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The CDC currently recommends the HPV vaccine be included in routine vaccinations for those 11 or 12 years old. Vaccination can be started as early as at age 9.
Seven ways to support healthy blood pressure during pregnancy
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Pregnant or planning a pregnancy? Even if you’ve never had high blood pressure. About half of pregnancy complications, such as having a preterm baby, are related to high blood pressure.
Increase in Meningococcal Disease Cases in the United States
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a health alert on March 28, 2024, warning healthcare providers about a rise in invasive meningococcal disease in the United States. Get details here.
Keeping Young Children Safe from Medicine Poisoning
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Every year, thousands of young children end up in hospital emergency rooms after accidentally ingesting medicine they found left out and within reach. This is a serious concern, and here we review some key safety tips.
