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The American Diabetes Association reports 7.8% (23.6 million adults and children) of the U.S. population has diabetes, with 1.6 million new cases diagnosed each year. more...
When patients see a health care provider such as physician, dentist, chiropractor, or nurse practitioner, a written document is filed detailing the purpose and outcomes. more...
A Ballerina's Triumph Over Diabetes
November is American Diabetes Month. This year the American Diabetes Association is taking the campaign to the next level to stop diabetes. more...
Preventing Dehydration from Flu or Colds
One of the most common complications of any flu is dehydration. High fever and a slowed intake of fluids are usually the culprits. more...
H1N1 Debate: To Vaccinate or Not
If the CDC projections made in July 2009 hold true, 40 percent of Americans will be affected by the H1N1 flu this year. more...
Popular Contraceptives Under Investigation
Yaz® and Yasmin® are popular contraceptive drugs manufactured by Bayer HealthCare. Yaz® is the top-selling birth control pill in the U.S. more...
Not Every Case of Flu Needs Medical Attention
For healthy adults and children, it is not necessary to be seen by a health care practitioner for flu symptoms unless they become severe. more...
Fever represents the body's defensive action against infection and is a normal response to disease or illness. It is an important part of the healing process. more...
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By: Sylvia Cruz
Baby's Life Saved with Three-Organ Transplant
By:
Martha R. Gore
By: Doug Jefferys
By: Doug Jefferys
Swine Flu Vaccine Complications
By:
Fleur Hupston
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