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December 20, 2024/Children's Health

How To Talk to Kids About Your (or Another Loved One’s) Serious Illness

It’s important to share the news in an honest and age-appropriate way and to open the lines of communication going forward

A person holds an ice pack on their arm
December 18, 2024/Primary Care

How Long Should You Ice an Injury?

20 minutes is the max — and you may actually need a lot less

Person lying in bed on their side at night with their eyes open
December 17, 2024/Primary Care

Prednisone Side Effects and How To Feel Better When Taking Steroids

Like any medication, prednisone can come with side effects — for best results, take it with food in the morning and work with your provider to get the dosage right

Gloved fingers pulling down lower eye lid of red, inflamed eye
December 17, 2024/Eye Care

Can You Have a Contact Lens Allergy?

While rare, it is possible to have an allergic reaction to materials used in contact lenses or ingredients found in contact solution

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Healthcare provider applying a bandage on arm of person after injecting a shot
December 16, 2024/Primary Care

Recommended Vaccines for Adults and Seniors

From influenza and COVID-19 to pneumococcal, shingles and more, vaccines help keep you healthy

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December 9, 2024/Women's Health

Can You Take Prenatal Vitamins Without Being Pregnant?

The pros and cons of taking prenatal vitamins when you’re not pregnant depend on your age, ethnicity and health

Pregnant person sitting, receiving an epidural from a healthcare provider, with other provider nearby
December 6, 2024/Pregnancy & Childbirth

Is an Epidural Right for You? Weighing the Pros and Cons

Epidurals can help with the discomforts of labor and delivery — but whether you want one is entirely your choice

Oversized temperature guage in front of globe, with mosquitos and clouds around
December 5, 2024/Primary Care

How Does Climate Change Affect Your Health?

Climate change can strain your heart, cause illnesses and make it difficult to breathe, but you can take steps to protect the planet and your health

Baby receiving a shot in their leg by healthcare provider
December 5, 2024/Children's Health

COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids: What To Know and Why It’s Important

Children as young as 6 months should get vaccinated, but dosage guidelines depend on kids’ ages and past vaccines

Hands selecting medicine from shelves of medicines
December 4, 2024/Primary Care

How Do Medicines Get Their Names?

Drugmakers put a lot of effort and resources into finding the right name for generic and brand medications

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