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The Prescription for a Happy Holiday
Getting ready to leave town for the holidays? Don't forget to consider your health when planning your trip.
Tips to Prevent the Common Cold
Cold and flu season has arrived, but that doesn't have to mean you or your family will get sick. Outsmart germs with these simple strategies.
What You Should Know About Antibacterial Soap
When you reach for a bar or bottle of soap labeled "antibacterial," are you thinking it will help keep you from getting sick? If you answered yes, you're not alone, but you may be incorrect.
Let's Talk Turkey
Thanksgiving is just around the corner, which means you likely have turkey on the brain.
'Movember' Shines Spotlight on Men's Health
It's not just about letting your facial hair grow wild — "Movember" is about men's health, and that includes prostate and testicular cancers.
Why Won’t Guys Go to the Doctor?
If you're a man or you've ever met one, you likely know that men often resist seeing a doctor. But what men don't know about their health could, in fact, hurt them.
What's Behind the Tommy John Epidemic?
If you're a baseball fan, you've likely heard that young athletes who overtax their throwing arms are increasingly turning to Tommy John surgery to get back in the game. But what's really behind the recent increase?
How to Do a Breast Self-Exam
A quick and easy self-check could make a big difference in women's health.
How to Cope with Winter Allergies
It’s getting chilly out and, just like clockwork, you’re back sniffling again. But before you write off that stuffy nose as just another cold, you may want to consider that the culprit could actually be winter allergies.
How to Save Face: Mohs Micrographic Surgery
Many skin cancers occur on the face. Removing them is vital, but it can be disfiguring. That's where Mohs micrographic surgery could step in.