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History of the Flu Virus and Importance of Vaccine Development
History of the Flu Virus and Importance of Vaccine Development Humanity has dealt with various illnesses for centuries, leading to constant scientific research to eradicate the disease or vastly lower mortality rates these bacteria or viruses cause. Although many...
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Breast Cancer Awareness Month According to the National Breast Cancer Foundation, breast cancer is currently the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women and the second leading cause of cancer death, with about 1 in 8 receiving a diagnosis within her lifetime. Every...
The Importance of the Flu Vaccine During Pregnancy
The Importance of the Flu Vaccine During Pregnancy Are you about to be a mother? Congratulations! Pregnancy is both an exciting and somewhat nerve-wracking time as you begin to navigate the world from a different perspective, thinking about the health and safety of...
Cold, Flu and Pneumonia: How to Tell the Difference
Cold, Flu and Pneumonia: How to Tell the Difference Fall and winter are notorious for the viruses and illnesses that make their way around. Many will fall victim to coughs and colds, and some will develop the more serious pneumonia. Unfortunately, these illnesses can...
October Sweepstakes
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The Flu Shot: A Vaccine with Benefits
The Flu Shot: A Vaccine with Benefits Let’s be honest: The flu is not an illness that anyone wants to contend with. For those who are generally healthy, it is uncomfortable and exhausting, but for younger or older individuals, or those with other health conditions, it...
Celebrate World Heart Day – Sept 29, 2018
Cardiovascular disease affects millions of people and is considered to be the leading cause of death and disability in the world. Each year, 17.5 million people die as a result of the disease. On September 29, 2018, it is time to bring awareness to heart health and...
STD Testing is Vital for Overall Health
For anyone who is sexually active, taking precautions to protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) and sexually transmitted infections (STIs) is extremely important. Even if you are in a committed relationship, an underlying disease could be lurking without...
Stress: Identifying Causes and How to Cope
The demands we place on ourselves everyday can quickly become overwhelming, even if many of them are enjoyable. Perhaps you are being pulled in multiple directions at work, constantly fighting with a broken appliance at home, and having to get your kids to school and...
Fall Allergies are Back in the Air
Fall is a season that many people look forward to, as it brings cooler temperatures, beautiful colors, and pumpkin-flavored treats. Unfortunately, much like the blooming spring flowers, certain foliage releases pollen into the air, triggering sneezing and a runny nose...
Flu Shots
Flu season is here and it doesn’t appear to be going away any time…
Identify, Treat & Prevent Hand-Foot-and-Mouth Disease
Young children are susceptible to all sorts of germs and bacteria thanks to their desire to touch almost anything and then inevitably putting their hands into their mouths. Unfortunately, this puts them at higher risk of infection when outbreaks of contagious viruses...