Preventive care refers to the proactive measures taken to prevent illnesses, diseases, and other health issues before they occur. This type of care focuses on keeping people healthy and well. It emphasizes finding and treating health problems early. People often refer to preventive care as an annual physical. Annual exams are for all ages, from
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Bug bites and stings usually occur when an insect pierces the skin to feed on blood or injects venom. Many insect bites can cause mild discomfort. However, they can also lead to allergic reactions or spread diseases. Let’s learn how to treat bug bites and stings at home. What Are Bug Bite and Sting Symptoms?
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A migraine headache is a type of recurrent headache that can cause intense throbbing or pulsing pain, typically on one side of the head. People often experience nausea, vomiting, and sensitivity to light and sound alongside it. Migraines can also have symptoms called aura. These may include visual changes, tingling feelings, or weakness before the
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People commonly refer to a stomach virus as viral gastroenteritis. Many people also call it the “Stomach Flu.” This is an infection that causes inflammation of the stomach and intestines. Various viruses, including norovirus and rotavirus, typically cause it. How Do You Catch A Stomach Virus? Stomach viruses spread easily. Contaminated food or water can
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Spring allergies (allergy season) are a common issue for many people as the season transitions and nature awakens. A variety of things such as trees, mold, grasses, and weeds primarily trigger these allergies. You may often hear the term hay fever when discussing allergies. Individuals with a family history of allergies may be more prone
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Burns are wounds to the skin or other tissues resulting from heat, chemicals, electricity, sunlight, or radiation. We categorize them into three main degrees based on the severity of the damage. Doctors categorize burns in degrees. We label a minor burn as a first-degree burn. People typically treat these at home and do not require
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Dehydration happens when the body loses more fluids than it takes in. This leads to an inadequate amount of water to carry out normal bodily functions. Dehydration can result from several factors, including excessive sweating, prolonged illness, diarrhea, vomiting, or simply not consuming enough fluids. We will explore the common symptoms and highlight what to
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Anxiety is a natural response to stress or perceived danger. It can present itself as sensations of fear, anxiety, or discomfort. A normal and often beneficial reaction helps individuals prepare for challenging situations. However, it can become a concern or problem when it affects your everyday life. Various forms of anxiety include generalized anxiety disorder
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Stomach bloating is a condition characterized by an uncomfortable sensation of fullness, tightness, or swelling in the abdomen. It often happens after eating and can accompany visible abdominal distention. Bloating can result from various factors, including overeating, gas buildup, digestive disorders, and certain food intolerances. In this blog, we are going to provide you with
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Most people affected with allergies start crossing their fingers and refreshing their medication the minute they get one whiff of Spring’s bounty of grasses, trees, and flowers. However, once cooler weather hits, there’s another segment of the population that prepares itself for Mother Nature’s mischief. The mayhem surprisingly can happen indoors too as people escape
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