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Measles is now one of the most significant health care risks for young children in the U.S as cases continue to climb. The Centers for Disease Control now estimates that nearly 704 cases of measles have been confirmed in the U.S, which is the highest amount since the disease was virtually eradicated in 2000. The main reasons that measles came back into the public eye is because a lower amount of parents decided ...

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Aѕthmа is a сhrоnіс respiratory соndіtіоn. It can саuѕе thе airways in thе lungs bесоmе іnflаmеd, whісh can mаkе іt dіffісult tо mоvе аіr іn аnd оut. An аѕthmа аttасk оссurѕ when thеѕе symptoms еѕсаlаtе, mаkіng іt very dіffісult tо breathe. Thе fоllоwіng асtіоnѕ can hеlр tо manage аn aѕthmа attack: Sit uр ѕtrаіght аnd try to rеmаіn calm. Dо not lіе dоwn. Tаkе оnе рuff of a reliever or rescue іnhаlеr еvеrу 30 to ...

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Youth involvement in sports is huge and the numbers are not coming down anytime soon. Not convinced? Take a walk to any soccer field, gym after school hours or during the weekend and you’ll be shocked to see how large interest and participation has risen. In the U.S alone, about a whopping 30 million kids and young adults engage in sports. As participation is increasing, so is the occurrence of sports injuries. Over ...

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Maintaining wellness is a key factor staying on top of your overall health. Lifestyle factors including diet, exercise, and cutting out healthy behaviors are critical for ensuring that you don’t develop chronic diseases. In addition, patients that current have chronic diseases benefit from incorporating new wellness changes into their daily lives. So what should patients do in order to improve their wellness and manage chronic disease risk factors? Exercise daily and slowly build a ...

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An allergic reaction can be scary, and potentially life-threatening, if you’re not care and take necessary precautions. Allergic reactions can range from minor and basic irritations to anaphylaxis, which is when the body is experiencing a life-threatening allergic reaction says the Mayo Clinic. Anaphylaxis is commonly referred as anaphylactic shock and is a when the human body specifically comes into contact with an allergic agent. In some cases, anaphylaxis can have a delayed reaction ...

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Getting fit seems impossible when you can’t  find the time to get to the gym, overcome your fear of working out around other people, or get the motivation to get out of the house. If making it to the gym is what’s been standing in the way of you and your dream body, today’s the day that changes! Follow these at home exercises that require no special equipment or gym membership and ...

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Sports-related injuries are acute or chronic injuries that affect elite and amateur athletes alike. Many of these injuries tend to stem from minor trauma to muscles, ligaments, and/or tendons, according to Massachusetts General Hospital. One cannot predict when a sports injury will occur, but assessment and treatment are important to recovery and getting back in the game. Here’s a look at how athletic/sports-related injuries are assessed and treated. Use the “ABCDE” method ...

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Wintertime is in full swing and you’re thinking of both the good and the bad things that the wintry season will bring. The pros of winter include snow days (for some), sledding, skiing, and other fun activities that come with the cold weather. When planned appropriately, the winter can be a time of great joy and fun with your family! Conversely, the winter can lead to more illnesses and injuries related to the drop ...

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Health and wellness are linked to a longer and happier life. However, it is important to know that improving wellness takes a lot of effort and discipline. Good nutrition is only one part in a series of major lifestyle changes that improve overall health. The quality of what a person eats, how much they sleep, and their level of physical activity are all factors that lead to optimal wellness. Eat a balanced diet A proper ...

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With Thanksgiving right around the corner, your mind is likely filled with thoughts of stuffing, mashed potatoes, pumpkin pie, and of course, turkey! Turkey is a tradition that fills the tables and plates of most Americans this time of year, but it can also mean urgent cares and emergency rooms filled with knife injuries. To help keep your holiday at home and out of the hospital, we’ve gathered a list of some of the ...

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As the flu season comes into full effect, it’s important to know the symptoms you should look out for. If you notice any early flu symptoms, you may be able to isolate to avoid infecting those around you. You may even be ready to begin treating the illness before it turns into vomiting, dehydration, and high fever that you can’t control. The First Symptoms Some of the earliest symptoms of the flu include ...

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We try to avoid them as much as we can, but injuries are bound to happen sometimes. Depending on your line of work, hobbies, and how quickly you bleed and bruise, you may be so used to having small injuries that it becomes straightforward to downplay them. You don’t want to rush for the hospital for something that can be bandaged at home, but you also shouldn’t attempt to treat an injury at ...

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Haunted houses and creepy costumes aren’t the only frightening things roaming the streets on Halloween night – the number of sugar kids consumes in one night is genuinely terrifying! While one night of overindulgence may not seem like the end of the world, it’s actually the face of a much bigger issue facing our country. To better understand what these trick-or-treating bags may mean for the future, let’s take a look at how ...

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The hearing is a vital part of children’s ability to develop speech and language over time. Hearing problems, even at a very young age, can create major issues in children’s cognitive, social, and learning development. Hearing problems in children can be easily detected during a regular hearing check. Understanding why hearing checks are so important and knowing when to schedule them for your child means getting any issues addressed promptly and properly. Let ...

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Asthma checks for kids Diagnosing asthma in children is important to ensure proper treatment and care of the condition. An untreated asthma condition could have life-threatening consequences throughout the life of your child. Understanding how asthma testing is performed is an important part of detecting the condition as early as possible. Let’s learn a little more about how asthma could be detected in your child. Taking A Closer Look at Medical History Before trying ...

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It is a very exciting time of the year for incoming college freshmen. Move-in day is very hectic, emotional & will be a day the whole family will remember forever. Make sure you don’t remember this day because of an injury you got that day!   Take these tips to help you make sure you stay safe on your child’s big move-in day. 1. Pack the car carefully When moving your child from home to ...

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Why are physicals important? Have you ever thought about why physicals are even necessary every year for your child? The truth is they are! Children & Teens go through a lot of changes each year as they grow and develop. A physical is a checkup that makes sure your kids are developing normally. Physicals catch any health complications that may have started throughout the year. Why do schools require physicals? Physical requirements do vary depending ...

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It is summer time once again and although we can’t wait to get in the nearest body of water, sometimes we forget about the water inside our bodies. Our bodies are made up of 75% of water and require a lot of maintenance from us to keep them happy. When we fail to do this we get dehydrated. Dehydration occurs when we lose more water than we are putting into our bodies. There are ...

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The weather’s cold, the days are short, and the cold and flu viruses are running rampant. It’s likely that sometime this season, you’ll find yourself with a bit of a cough. Coughing is the body’s way of trying to clear your airways. It’s a natural occurrence and is rarely the sign of anything serious. The cause of a cough varies widely and so do the treatments, but it’s important ...

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Giving your child cough medicine seems like a natural and smart decision, and it is. You hear your little one coughing like they have the plague, and so you grab whatever you can find in the cabinet, whip out a spoon and tell your child to open wide. But be careful — you might be about to make things worse. Before you start pouring the medicine into a spoon or serving cup, even though it may ...

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