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There are specific antiviral drugs that fight against the flu in your body and come in three forms: pills, liquid or a powder that you inhale. You must have a prescription for antiviral drugs as they …

When a child is ill, parents and caregivers typically know when a visit to their healthcare provider is necessary. But, what about when your child feels perfectly fine? Do children need to see a provider …

With so many myths about influenza and the flu vaccine; this is a good time and place to set the record absolutely straight. First, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty of what influenza is and what …

January is Cervical Health Awareness Month and a time that you see and hear more information on the topic from your healthcare provider and the media. The reason for a month dedicated to raising awareness about …

Each time your heart beats it pumps blood through your body. As the blood moves, it pushes against the walls of your blood vessels. Blood pressure is the measure of how much pressure is being …

What if your teenager comes home, and he smells like tobacco, or you see an e-cigarette peeking out of your daughter’s purse? How should you react as a parent? “Calm communication is one of the …

When someone experiences an opioid overdose, the part of their brain that tells their body to breathe stops working, so breathing is either slowed significantly or stops altogether. Narcan® (Naloxone), part of the standard of care …