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  • Everything You'v Ever Wondered About Pink Eye

    Pink eye, medically known as conjunctivitis, is a common and very contagious disease. The good news is that it's easy to treat. If you have children, chances are someone in the home has been exposed to it at least once because it is that common. Here's all you need to know about pink eye, the treatments, and prevention tips. It Comes in Three Forms You could suffer from three different types of conjunctivitis: viral, bacterial and allergic conjunctivitis.
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  • Essential Ways To Prepare For A Fertility Evaluation

    Infertility is a big problem for many couples of all ages. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports that a million American women between the ages of 15 and 44 are infertile. Around 7.5 million women have impaired fecundity. The good news is that many infertility problems can be treated. Depending on your personal health history and how old you are, your doctor may recommend starting with a fertility evaluation before specific treatments can be discussed and determined.
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  • Three Important Healthcare Jobs For People Who Don't Want To Be Doctors

    If you've always wanted to work in healthcare because you're passionate about helping people, but you know you're not cut out to be a doctor or nurse, you should know there are other people-driven careers you can pursue. Here are three careers that you might consider that won't require you to cut into someone, deal with emergency-based trauma, or work crazy shifts.  1. Addiction Recovery Counseling and Treatment This is a job you might pursue independently of a large hospital, but addicted individuals still need medical, emotional, and psychological care.
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  • After Your Broken Elbow: Restoring Full Use Of Your Arm

    Your broken elbow has been a literal pain the neck -- arm-- for several weeks. However, once the sling is off, you'll be more than happy to dive into activity again. However, it's typical that your elbow joint will be very still after the broken bones have healed. You will have to do some rehabilitation on the joint before you are able to bring it back to full usability. Here is what you can expect when helping your elbow fully recover.
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  • 3 Negative Effects Of Hearing Loss On Young Kids

    If your toddler child is not saying a lot of words or is having trouble learning things, there is a chance he or she might have hearing loss. Hearing loss can be mild or severe, but it is something that can be damaging to a child's learning abilities and development. Here are several effects hearing loss can have on a child if it is left untreated. Speaking Problems Children learn to speak and say words from hearing them.
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  • 3 Tests For Detecting Lung Cancer

    Detecting lung cancer early saves lives. Around 158,000 people die from lung cancer each year. When the disease is caught early, it has a better response tolung cancer treatments. A doctor has to conduct a number of tests to determine if a patient has this disease. These tests may include: X-rays, a biopsy or a sputum cytology. Here are three tests for detecting lung cancer. Detection Using X-rays In the early stages, many people do not show signs of lung cancer.
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  • Consider Ear Protection For These Loud Summer Activities

    If your priority for this summer is to get out of the house and enjoy a variety of different activities, you'll likely be creating memories that will last a long time. You also want your hearing to last a long time, which means that it's important to be cognizant of how loud summer activities could jeopardize the health of your ears and make you need hearing aids earlier than you would otherwise.
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  • 2 Oral Rinses To Help Keep Your Lumineers Bacteria Free

    Lumineers are considered to be a minimal version of dental veneers. They require very little prep and can be fitted in your dentist's office within a short amount of time. Lumineers are just as durable as traditional veneers and they work effectively to create a uniform smile for teeth that are cracked or crooked. However, getting lumineers installed does not mean that your teeth are protected from bacterial infections. Food and other debris can still collect around and underneath your restoration if you are not careful.
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  • Pot In PA: Understanding The Implementation Of The Medical Marijuana Program In Pennsylvania

    Do you suffer from a medical condition that has not responded well to conventional treatments? Do you battle with severe pain despite taking prescription pain medications? Are you a caregiver to a loved one or minor child with a chronic condition that has not responded well to traditional treatments? If so, you may be interested in learning more about the medical marijuana bill that was recently passed in the state of Pennsylvania.
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  • 3 Reasons To Consider A Behind The Ear Hearing Aid

    One of the hardest parts about dealing with hearing loss is trying to find the right hearing aid for your particular situation, mostly because there is a wide range of hearing aids on the market that all provide their own sets of benefits and drawbacks. One of the most popular and common hearing aids is a BTE aid that is designed to rest over your ear. Listed below are just a few of the reasons to consider a BTE (behind-the-ear) hearing aid.
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