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            When to visit the emergency room for an allergic reaction

            tags: allergic reaction , allergies , anaphylactic reaction

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            When to visit the emergency room for an allergic...

            September 27, 2022 by Tayla Hollman
            With severe allergic reactions, it's important to administer epinephrine and go to an emergency room.

            tags: allergic reaction , allergies , anaphylactic reaction

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            Types of suicide prevention how to get help

            September 21, 2022
            Access to care, including mental health hotlines or therapy, is important for suicide prevention.

            tags: mental health , suicide , suicide prevention

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            How to prevent sepsis: 5 actions you can take ...

            September 19, 2022 by Emily Paulson
            Sepsis can affect anyone, but taking action to reduce the risk of infection can help prevent sepsis before symptoms begin.

            tags: sepsis , sepsis shock

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            When to go to the ER for stomach pain

            August 22, 2022 by Tayla Holman
            When stomach pain requires emergency care visit.

            tags: stomach aches , stomach pain

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            Heat-related illnesses explained: Symptoms and...

            August 15, 2022 by Tayla Holman
            Symptoms and prevention of heat-related illnesses.

            tags: heat illness , heat stroke

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            What is sarcoma?

            July 26, 2022 by Tayla Holman
            Defines sarcoma and describes signs and symptoms.

            tags: cancer , sarcoma

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            6 skin conditions caused by sun damage

            July 19, 2022 by Emily Paulsen
            Discusses common skin conditions that are caused by sun damage.

            tags: skin cancer , sun damage , sun tan

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            Healthy grilling recipes to try this summer

            July 12, 2022 by Tayla Holman
            Benefits of eating healthy, in-season produce with healthy recipes readers can follow.

            tags: grilling recipes

            Are there different types of PTSD?

            June 22, 2022 by Emily Paulsen
            PTSD signs and symptoms

            tags: post traumatic stress , ptsd , trauma

            What are the early signs of osteoporosis?

            June 10, 2022 by Tayla Holman
            Overview of osteoporosis

            tags: kyphosis , osteoporosis

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            COVID-19: Understanding vaccine immunity and antibodies

            June 2, 2022 by Tayla Holman
            Answer to common questions about vaccine immunity and breakthrough cases of COVID-19 or having COVID pre-vaccination.

            tags: booster , covid-19 , immunity , vaccines

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            Is arthritis preventable? Tips for keeping joints...

            May 24, 2022 by Emily Paulsen
            Discusses what arthritis is, prevalence, causes and prevention

            tags: arthritis , healthy joints

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            Benefits of daily meditation for depression and...

            May 16, 2022 by Tayla Holman
            Benefits of mediation

            tags: anxiety , depression , mediation

            Types of pregnancy complications at different ...

            April 22, 2022
            This article discusses pregnancy complications and how age can be a factor.

            tags: pregnancy after 40 , pregnancy complications

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            5 easy ways to reduce stress

            April 18, 2022 by Tayla Holman
            5 easy ways to incorporate lifestyle changes and tips to help cope with stress and relieve stress

            tags: reduce anxiety , reduce stress , stress relief

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            Why you should consider becoming a national organ...

            April 14, 2022 by Bana Jobe
            Organ donation impacts the lives of so many people. Here are stats and culture views.

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            Using an air purifier for allergies, asthma, and...

            April 12, 2022 by Bana Jobe
            Benefits of an air purifier

            tags: air purifier , allergies , asthma

            Working toward a healthier relationship with food

            March 14, 2022
            There are different types of eating disorders which are explained in this article along with signs and symptoms for each.

            tags: anorexia , binge-eating , body image , bulimia , eating disorder

            Common endometriosis symptoms that often go ignored

            March 7, 2022 by Tayla Holman
            Endometriosis: "How common it is, why it often goes undetected, signs, symptoms, and treatment options.

            tags: endometriosis

            Health Savings Account benefits

            February 15, 2022 by Emily Paulsen
            How to best utilize your Health Savings Account benefits.

            tags: health savings account , hsa

            A heart-healthy food guide for Valentine's Day

            February 8, 2022 by Bana Jobe
            A heart healthy food guide to motivate people to include heart healthy food in their every day life.

            tags: healthy foods , heart health

            2 min Read Time

            Wondering how to make New Year's resolutions stick?

            January 12, 2022
            5 easy health changes to make in the new year with tips on how to make them stick

            tags: health choices , new year’s resolutions

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            Folic acid deficiency symptoms, causes, and how...

            January 5, 2022 by Bana Jobe
            Folic acid deficiency symptoms: Should you talk with your doctor?

            tags: folate deficiency , folic acid

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