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Best Ways to Recover from Post-Holiday Burnout

Whew, the holidays are over. Now what? Holiday stress doesn't just disappear on January 1st. In fact, over 50% of [...]

Holiday Hazards: Staying Safe from Accidents This Season

‘Tis the season for holiday cheer! Did you know? Decking the halls is potentially unsafe, with an average of 160 [...]

Why Does My Body Hurt When I’m Sick?

When a sudden fever, body aches, and joint pain hit you like a truck, you probably have the flu. A familiar feeling for [...]

How Do Upper Respiratory Infections (URIs) Spread?

Respiratory diseases account for roughly 75% of all short-term illnesses in the United States. Of these respiratory [...]

Why Is My Asthma So Bad This Fall?

Anyone can suffer from asthma or have difficulty breathing. Asthma is a chronic lung disease that can occur all year [...]

Understanding anxiety: How to know when you need help

No matter how calm and cool you are on the outside, the inside might be a different story. In today’s busy, [...]
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What You Should Know Before Diving into a Public Pool

Swimming in a pool can be the perfect way to cool down on a hot summer day. But did you know that the local pool can [...]
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The Measles Vaccine: Fact versus fiction

Measles is one of the most contagious diseases that humans have ever faced. For every one person who has measles, 12 to [...]
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Why is my asthma so bad this spring?

It's that time of year again. Spring has sprung. If you’re struggling with asthma, and wondering why it always seems [...]
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Tips for a memorable spring break

Every year, 1.5 million college students go on spring break – but all that fun in the sun doesn’t always go [...]