Ice vs. Heat With Ongoing Pain Should you reach for an ice pack or a heat pack when you have an injury or sore muscle? Both ice and heat can help relieve pain, but they work in different ways and are generally more or less appropriate for different situations….
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When Should Your Child Stay Home from School This Winter? Winter often means our school-aged kids catch colds, flu, and other contagious illnesses. However, gauging when your child should stay home can be confusing. Knowing when to keep them away from school…
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The HPV Vaccine for Teens The HPV vaccine for teens is one of the most effective ways to protect against several types of cancer and other diseases caused by the human papillomavirus (HPV). In Australia, the vaccine is offered to adolescents through school-based…
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Understanding the Gestational Diabetes Test, Diagnosis, and What It Means for You Pregnancy involves lots of routine health checks, but one of the most important is screening for gestational diabetes. This condition affects some women during pregnancy and can…
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