Results for "Immunizations"

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Is Your Cough Just Lingering or Something More?
You’ve had a cough for weeks and it’s starting to wear on you. Maybe it comes in sudden coughing fits, hits hardest at night or leaves you gagging or vomiting....
May 21
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What is Reye’s Syndrome? Symptoms, Causes and Why Aspirin is Risky for Kids
Reye’s syndrome is a rare but serious condition that can affect children and teenagers, especially after a viral illness like the flu or chickenpox.  Although...
April 13
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Cut, Bite or Puncture? When You May Need a Tetanus Shot
You cut your hand on a piece of metal. You step on a nail in the garage. Your child scrapes their knee on the playground. In these kinds of situations,...
March 10
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Flu and Chronic Conditions: Why Vaccination Matters
If you live with a long-term health condition, like asthma, diabetes, heart disease or cancer you know how it can affect your health. But you may not realize...
September 22
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How to Encourage Friends and Family to Get the Flu Vaccine
It’s natural to want the people you care about to stay healthy. And getting a yearly flu shot is one of the best ways they can protect themselves. But...
September 12
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4 Important Safety Tips Before Traveling Abroad to Ensure a Safe Trip
Traveling to a new country is exciting. You get to explore new cultures, try different foods and see amazing sights. But what if something goes wrong with...
February 11
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7 Ways to Prepare Yourself and Your Household Before Sickness Strikes
You don’t want to discover you’re out of tissues, decongestants or pain medication when a respiratory infection or stomach bug strikes your family. And...
October 14
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7 Tips to Boost Your Health for Fall and Winter
As the days get shorter and the air turns crisp, it is time to prepare for the cooler months ahead. Fall and winter bring their challenges, from battling...
September 27
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The Surprising Reasons Flu Shots Matter When You Have Heart Disease
It’s as reliable as back-to-school sales, racks of Halloween costumes in stores and displays of decorations that always seem to crop up before you’re ready...
September 13
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Tips to Avoid a Sore Arm After Your Flu Shot
It’s flu season, so it’s time to head to your health care provider, local pharmacy or urgent care for a flu shot.   Getting a flu shot is a smart move...
September 05