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Staying Mosquito-Free
It's summer — a time to be outside and enjoy nature. But mosquitoes, as always, will make an appearance.
Firework Safety
As you prepare for the Fourth of July, here is everything you need to know about fireworks and how to keep your family safe.
How to Keep Your Kids Active and Engaged This Summer
School is out and summer vacation has started. Instead of letting your children plop in front of the television for the next three months, keep them engaged and active this summer.
Diabetes ABCs
If you or a loved one has been diagnosed with diabetes, you may feel overwhelmed — and that’s understandable. But you can take steps to both ease your anxiety and get on the road to effective diabetes management.
Common Mole or Melanoma?
Some adults can have up to 40 moles. But when should you start worrying about skin cancer?
Treating Heartburn? Avoid These Medications
The US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) is warning about aspirin-containing antacids in the treatment of heartburn or sour stomach.
Sunscreen and Sun Safety
Before you hit the beach or the lake this summer, follow these easy tips to keep you and your family sun-safe.
Allergic to Penicillin? Here's What You Need to Know
Do you carry an allergy to penicillin? Research has shown that about 90 percent of patients with a history of penicillin allergy are not truly allergic.
Gluten-Free Diet: What You Need to Know
Gluten-free diets, considered a medical treatment to manage celiac disease, have become popular. However, a recent survey found that those without a celiac disease diagnosis purchase the most gluten-free items.
10 Tips to Prevent Medication Errors
Unfortunately, medication errors occur relatively often — and they can potentially cause harm to you or your family.