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Oct 26, 2009
Preventing Dehydration from Flu or Colds
One of the most common complications of any flu is dehydration. High fever and a slowed intake of fluids are usually the culprits.
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Oct 15, 2009
Popular Contraceptives Under Investigation
Yaz® and Yasmin® are popular contraceptive drugs manufactured by Bayer HealthCare. Yaz® is the top-selling birth control pill in the U.S.
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Sep 30, 2009
Not Every Case of Flu Needs Medical Attention
For healthy adults and children, it is not necessary to be seen by a health care practitioner for flu symptoms unless they become severe.
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Sep 17, 2009
Tips For Staying Well During Flu Season
As cold and flu season rolls around each year, it's a good time to review measures to stay healthy and avoid illness or complications.
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Sep 8, 2009
Taking Medications Correctly
Medications come in all sizes shapes and forms for a reason. Some pills are not meant to be crushed, chewed or even swallowed without water.
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Jul 28, 2009
Conquer the Fat-Loss Code
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), obesity and diabetes are the only diseases in the U.S. that are getting worse.
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Jul 25, 2009
Confusion Over 2009 Flu Vaccine
The flu vaccine for fall 2009 is a somewhat confusing issue. There will most likely be two vaccines to take instead of one.
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Nov 6, 2009
Risks of Tylenol With a Baby's Swine Flu Shot
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Victoria Nicks
Tylenol is given to reduce fever and pain with injections, including the swine flu shot. A recent study showed that taking acetaminophen reduces vaccine effectiveness.
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Nov 6, 2009
Yoga Classes Cut Health Care Costs
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Lauren Znachko
As health care prices continue to rise, people look for ways to avoid preventable diseases and save money on health care using community yoga classes.
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Nov 6, 2009
The National Health Care Debate
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Deborah Lawwill
Americans are closer than ever before to receiving national health care services like other developed nations such as Canada and the UK.
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Nov 5, 2009
Seasonal Flu Shots vs. Swine Flu Vaccinations
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Victoria Nicks
Safety rules apply to getting seasonal flu shots and (H1N1) swine flu vaccinations. Patients should educate themselves to prevent adverse affects from flu vaccinations.
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Nov 5, 2009
H1N1 Vaccine Side Effects vs. Swine Flu Symptoms
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Victoria Nicks
Swine flu symptoms can be mild or fatal, just like seasonal flu. H1N1 vaccine side effects can be minor or permanent. Weigh risks vs. benefits before making a decision.
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Nov 4, 2009
Soap vs. Hand Sanitizer: Which Kills Germs Best
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Tammie Burak
Experts agree that washing hands is one of the best ways to prevent infection with H1N1 and other viruses and bacteria. Which is better - soap and water or hand santizer?
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Nov 4, 2009
TRICARE Insurance – U.S. Military Insurance
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David Harris-Gershon
TRICARE insurance and TRICARE supplemental plans are military insurance plans available for active duty soldiers, retirees and their families.
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