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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. more...
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. more...
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. more...
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. more...
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. more...
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. more...
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. more...
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Causes for Obesity in Childhood
Many researchers believe that there are a number of specific factors that influence the likelihood of childhood obesity. These components affect obesity later in life. more...
H1N1 1976—Did We Learn Anything?
By: Doug Jefferys
We had a swine flu scare back in 1976. Is that experience repeating itself, or is this time different? more...
H1N1 1976—History Is Repeating Itself
By: Doug Jefferys
Many people are not aware that America had a swine flu scare back in 1976. What lessons can we learn from that episode? more...
Statin Drugs May Reduce Your H1N1 Influenza Risk
Increasing scientific evidence shows that statins significantly reduces one's risk of acquiring serious infections and dying from such maladies including the H1N1 virus. more...
VA Health Care's Medical Benefits Package
All veterans enrolled in the VA health care system are eligible to receive the same basic VA benefits. However, an individual's financial status determines copay levels. more...
An Overview of Veterans Hospitals
By: Susie Yakowicz
VA medical centers have been providing health care to America's veterans for many years. Learn about their history and what makes them different from private hospitals. more...
VA Health Care—An Introduction to VA Benefits
The Department of Veterans Affairs operates a vast VA health care system which includes a large network of medical facilities and veterans health insurance coverage. more...
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