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Take Care of Your Kidneys and They Will Take Care of You
Your kidneys, each just the size of a computer mouse, filter all the blood in your body every 30 minutes. They work hard to remove wastes, toxins, and excess fluid. They also help control blood pressure, stimulate production of red blood cells, keep your bones healthy, and regulate blood chemicals that are essential to life. KidneysRead more
6 Reasons to Get HPV Vaccine for Your Child
CDC recommends two doses of HPV vaccination at ages 11-12 to protect against cancers caused by HPV infections. See six important reasons to get HPV vaccine for your child, and talk to your child’s doctor or nurse about HPV cancer prevention at ages 11-12. 1 HPV is common. Almost every person who is sexually activeRead more
U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week
U.S. Antibiotic Awareness Week is an annual observance that raises awareness of the threat of antibiotic resistance and the importance of appropriate antibiotic use. Antibiotic resistance is one of the most urgent threats to the public’s health. Each year in the United States, at least 2 million people get infected with antibiotic-resistant bacteria. At leastRead more
National Diabetes Month: Gestational Diabetes
November is National Diabetes Month, a time when communities across the country team up to bring attention to diabetes and its impact on millions of Americans. The National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK) has focused this year's campaign into promoting health after gestational diabetes. What is gestational diabetes? Gestational diabetes is GestationalRead more
Food Safety After a Hurricane and/or Flooding
In the aftermath of a hurricane and/or flooding, it is important for us to assess all food, food preparation areas, and equipment to decide what to keep or throw away. Hurricanes, especially if accompanied by a tidal surge or flooding, can contaminate the public water supply. Water in the hurricane-affected area may not be safeRead more
World Heart Day
September 29th is the World Heart Day. The World Heart Day was created by the World Heart Federation with the purpose of raising public awareness regarding cardiovascular disease (CVD) as the world’s leading cause of death, claiming 17.5 million lives each year. The day is also meant to highlight the actions that individuals can takeRead more
Understanding Arthritis: Fact,Types, Symptoms, and Prevention
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Arthritis affects 54.4 million US adults, more than 1 of 4. It is a major cause of work disability in the United States and one of the most common chronic conditions in the nation. Arthritis is also a common cause of chronic pain. What
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Get Ready To Grill Safely
Food poisoning peaks in the summer months when warmer temperatures cause foodborne germs to flourish. Foodborne bacteria growth rates peak at temperatures between 90 to 110°F (32 to 43°C). Often during the summer months when the warmer temperatures and higher humidity are ideal for bacterial growth. You can play a role in protecting your family,Read more
4 Steps for Healthier Swimming This Summer
Understanding Recreational Water Illness (RWIs) Summer is coming. Swimming and other water-related activities are some of the most popular activities during summer. However, they are not risk-free. One of the risks is known as recreational water illnesses (RWIs). Recreational water illnesses (RWIs) are caused by germs spread by swallowing, breathing in mists or aerosols of,Read more
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