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From tips on managing chronic conditions to preventative care strategies, improve your overall health with our primary care insights.

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August 12, 2025/Primary Care

Did You Know You Can’t Sneeze in Your Sleep? Here’s Why

If you’re sneezing, you’re definitely awake — you just don’t realize it

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August 8, 2025/Primary Care

Hiccups: Causes and 11 Ways To Get Rid of Them

Changing how you breathe, gargling water and distracting yourself are all common ways to stop your diaphragm from spasming

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August 4, 2025/Primary Care

Concierge Medicine: What Are the Pros and Cons?

The ‘membership medicine’ model offers same-day appointments and increased doctor availability — for a fee

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July 31, 2025/Primary Care

Wondering What the Color of Your Vomit Means for Your Health? Consult This Chart

Seek emergency care for vomit that’s red, black, brown or resembles coffee grounds

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July 30, 2025/Primary Care

How To Heal a Sore Throat After Throwing Up

Forceful vomiting and stomach acid in your esophagus can cause a sore throat that lasts days or even weeks

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July 30, 2025/Chronic Pain

What’s the Difference Between Acute and Chronic Pain?

Acute pain goes away with treatment, while chronic pain is long-lasting and can be complex to manage

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July 28, 2025/Primary Care

No, Vanilla Extract Isn’t the Mosquito Repellent You’re Looking For

Vanilla extract won’t keep mosquitoes away for long, if at all — and could even attract other bugs, like wasps or flies

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July 24, 2025/Primary Care

What Is ‘Golden Blood’? And Why Is It So Rare?

Fewer than 50 people have ever been found to have golden blood, a genetic change that’s also called Rh null blood

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July 24, 2025/Primary Care

Skin Protection: Tips To Prevent Chafing

Keeping your skin dry, wearing the right clothes and investing in anti-chafe products can help minimize skin irritation

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July 23, 2025/Primary Care

Here Are the 10 Most Common Reasons for a Bitter Taste in Your Mouth

Dehydration, medication and nasal congestion are common culprits

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