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What Is Mono and What Are the Symptoms?

So, what is mono, and what are the symptoms? American Family Care in Sparks has answers, and treatment, for you.  Mononucleosis (mono) is an infectious viral disease most commonly caused by the Epstein-Barr virus (EBV), but other viruses can also cause it. Also sometimes known as the “kissing disease,” mono is spread through saliva and can even be passed from person to person from sharing cutlery and utensils. According to the CDC, mono occurs mainly ...

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Gardening Tips & Injury Prevention

When warmer weather finally arrives in Sparks and the surrounding Reno-Tahoe area starts greening up again, many people are ready to get ...

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First Aid Basics and When to Visit Urgent Care in Sparks, NV

From spending time outdoors at Sparks Marina Park to enjoying community events and everyday routines, life in Sparks is active and constantly ...

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Dispelling Myths: Can Adults Get Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease?

HFMD is often perceived as an illness that only impacts young children, but adults can get hand, foot, and mouth, too. Dispelling ...

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