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Skin Conditions Boils are common, but usually minor, skin problems. Most often, they occur in areas where the skin becomes chaffed and where there are hair follicles. This includes the neck, buttocks, armpits, and genitals. A boil can range in size from that of a pea to a ping pong ball. Signs & Symptoms * […]
Dental & Mouth Concerns Bonding can correct certain dental problems effectively and inexpensively. By bonding plastic or porcelain to the tooth, a dentist can: * Cover discoloration. * Close small gaps between teeth. * Repair fractured and chipped teeth. * Protect exposed roots caused by receding gums. * Seal out decay-causing bacteria on back teeth.
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Cancer The pink ribbon is the symbol of breast cancer awareness. If you are due for a mammogram, and have not yet scheduled one this year, do it today. Schedule a mammogram. This X-ray of the breasts can help detect breast cancer early, when it is easier to treat successfully. Women are advised to get
Pregnancy & Prenatal Care Breast-feeding your baby is one of the most fulfilling experiences in life. But if nursing leaves your breasts tender and sore, satisfaction gives way to discomfort. Proper breast care can minimize this problem, though. * Wear good support bras throughout your pregnancy. * Wear a nursing bra day and night as
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Respiratory conditions In colder climates, cold, dry air can irritate the airways and lungs. When you are outside in cold weather, wear a scarf and try to breathe through your nose. Don’t let indoor air drop below 64 degrees. Regularly use a nasal saline spray or gel. If you have pre-existing lung conditions, such as
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Respiratory conditions Take a slow, deep breath while counting to 5. Now blow it out slowly to the count of 5. Isn’t it amazing how the simple act of taking a breath can make you feel calm? You have your lungs to thank. Together, they provide oxygen for every cell in your body and influence
First Aid For Broken Bones Signs & Symptoms Symptoms of broken bones are pain, swelling, bruising, and loss of function or feeling. The injured area looks crooked, misshaped, or deformed. Below the injured site, numbness and tingling can occur. The skin can be pale, blue, purple, or gray. It feels colder than the skin on
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Women’s Health This page gives information on birth control methods. Discuss one(s) best suited for your needs with your doctor or health care provider. Ask for advice on more options. More than one birth control method may be needed to prevent pregnancy AND sexually transmitted infections, including HIV. * Typical use failure rate is the
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Dental & Mouth Concerns Signs & Symptoms * Loss of a tooth or part of a tooth. * Nicked or chipped tooth or teeth. Causes An injury or a strain on a tooth, such as from biting on a hard object can cause a broken, knocked-out, or chipped tooth. Treatment When a tooth gets knocked
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Pregnancy & Prenatal Care In the U.S., about one out of 33 babies is born with a birth defect. This includes cystic fibrosis, Down syndrome, heart defects, sickle cell disease, spina bifida, and Tay-Sachs disease. A baby’s neural tube starts to develop about 3 weeks after conception (before many women know they are pregnant). Females
