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February 13, 2023

Do Biopsies Hurt? What to Expect and What They Can Detect

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How to Prevent Falls in the Elderly at Home

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Health Education
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February 13, 2023

6 Reasons Doctors Recommend Joint Pain Injections (and When They Actually Help)

Learn how joint pain injections reduce inflammation and stiffness in your knees, hips, shoulders, or lower back—and when doctors recommend them.
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Primary Care
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February 13, 2023

Do You Need a Tetanus Shot? Here’s What You Should Know

Learn when tetanus boosters are needed, what symptoms to watch for, and how to protect yourself from this preventable infection.
Illustration of a hand holding an IUD, which is a birth control option placed inside the uterus.
OB-GYN
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February 13, 2023

5 Reasons Why an IUD Might Be the Best Birth Control Option for You

Learn why IUDs are one of the safest, most effective, and low-maintenance birth control methods — with both hormonal and hormone-free options available.
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Exercise
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February 13, 2023

Sprain vs. Strain: How to Tell the Difference (Symptoms, Treatment, and When to See a Doctor)

Learn the key differences between sprains and strains, how to identify each, and when to seek medical care.
Health Education
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February 13, 2023

Types of Hernias and Their Symptoms: What You Should Know

Knowledge
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December 30, 2022

15 Autoimmune Disorders You Should Know About

Young adult resting at home with a cup of water and blanket while recovering from mononucleosis (mono).
Knowledge
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December 26, 2022

Is Mono Contagious? Symptoms, Spread & Recovery Guide

Learn how mono spreads, how long it’s contagious, and how to recover safely from the “kissing disease.”
A man and woman in a sauna, believing sweating more will help them recover from their fever.
Health Education
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December 19, 2022

Debunking the Myth: Can You Sweat Out a Fever?

Discover why increasing body heat may not aid recovery and understand the role of saunas in boosting the immune system when you're healthy.
Kids Care
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December 14, 2022

How to Identify ARFID in Children

Person holding their lumbar area in discomfort, showing signs of a pinched nerve
Neurology
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December 7, 2022

What Does a Pinched Nerve Feel Like? Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options

Learn what a pinched nerve feels like, common causes, treatment options, and when symptoms should be evaluated by a healthcare provider.
Health Education
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December 5, 2022

ACL, MCL, and Meniscus Tears: What’s the Difference?

Discover the distinctions and treatment options for several knee injuries
Smiling pregnant woman in her second trimester.
OB-GYN
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December 2, 2022

Yeast Infection During Pregnancy: Symptoms, Causes, and Safe Treatments

Yeast infections are common during pregnancy—especially in the second trimester—when hormonal changes make it easier for yeast to grow in the vaginal area
Female doctor examining casted foot and ankle X-ray to explain whether a fracture is the same as a broken bone.
Exercise
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December 1, 2022

What are the Differences Between a Fracture and a Broken Bone?

Is a fracture the same as a broken bone? Learn the real difference, how to tell sprains apart from fractures, and when to seek medical care.
Health Tips
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November 30, 2022

How Long Should You Ice an Injury For?

Optimizing Injury Recovery: The Effective Use of Ice and Heat Therapies