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Can Swimmer's Ear Last For Months?

After a delightful swim in the pool or a peaceful day at the beach, many of us have experienced swimmer's ear, a common illness medically called otitis externa. But what happens if this seemingly unimportant earache lasts for weeks or longer? Let's look into the depths of this long-lasting condition, uncovering the various causes, symptoms, and therapies for the swimmer's ear, which persistently refuses to go. For same-day swimmer’s ear diagnosis ...

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Tips For Preventing Musculoskeletal Injuries in Student Athletes

Sports participation improves students' physical and mental health and increases their risk of musculoskeletal ailments. These injuries, ranging in severity from minor sprains to more severe fractures, could impact a student athlete's performance and general health. For same-day sports injury diagnosis and treatment, visit the walk-in clinic at AFC Urgent Care Hillsdale. Walk-in today! Common Sports Injuries Strains and Sprains Strains damage the muscles or tendons, while sprains happen when ligaments are stretched or ...

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Can the Flu Shot Make You Sick? Why the Stick Can Make You Feel Ick

From 2010 to 2022, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) estimated there were 9.4 million to 41 million flu illnesses every year. But there is an easy way to protect yourself — the flu shot. Studies show that the severity of the flu is significantly less if you catch the flu but are vaccinated. The CDC says the flu vaccine reduces the risk of seeing a doctor for the flu by 40% to ...

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Can You Get an STD Without Having Sex?

I Have an STD, But I'm Not Sexually Active If you have contracted a sexually transmitted disease (STD) but are not sexually active, there are a few reasons why this could be the case. "STD" refers to the constellation of diseases that result from a sexually transmitted infection (STI). For example, cervical cancer is an STD from the STI of HPV. Though it is possible to contract an STI even if you are not ...

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