What Is Zika? - Zika Virus Symptoms | familydoctor.org
Zika is a virus caused by a bite from the Aedes mosquito. Once infected, it spreads through pregnancy, sex, and blood and tissue donation.
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Coping With an HIV Diagnosis - familydoctor.org
Finding out that you are infected with HIV can be frightening. One way to fight your fear is to learn as much as you can about the disease.
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Cough Medicine: Understanding Your OTC Options
OTC medicines are medicines you can buy without a prescription from your doctor. There are 2 types of OTC cough medicines: antitussives and expectorants.
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COVID-19 Testing - familydoctor.org
Find out the facts around getting tested for COVID-19.
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COVID-19 Face Masks - familydoctor.org
Washing hands with soap and water is the most effective method to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus, SARS-CoV-2, which causes COVID-19.
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Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19): Top 10 Tips From Your Family Doctor - ...
Stay informed with the top ten things your family doctor wants you to know about coronavirus disease (COVID-19).
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Creating a Personal Health Journal (Health Diary) - familydoctor.org
Creating a personal health journal is a good way to track your health over the years and work with your doctor.
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Deciding When to See a Doctor - familydoctor.org
It can be hard to tell when you need to be seen by a doctor. Learn some general guidelines to help you next time you’re trying to decide.
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Decongestants: OTC Relief for Congestion - familydoctor.org
Decongestants are medicines that relieve a congested nose. When you buy them without a prescription, they’re called over-the-counter (OTC) medicines.
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Dental Hygiene: How to Care for Your Baby's Teeth - familydoctor.org
Caring for your baby’s teeth is important for his or her overall health now and later.
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Depo-Provera: An Injectable Contraceptive - familydoctor.org
Depo-Provera is an injectable form of birth control that contains progesterone. Learn more about how it works, as well as the benefits and risks.
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CT Head Scan - familydoctor.org
A CT (computed tomography) or CAT (computerized axial tomography) head scan looks inside your head and neck. CT and CAT scans are the same test.
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Dangers Of Juuling - Juul Starter Kit - Juul Pods | familydoctor.org
Juul is marketed as a safer alternative to smoking. The Juul starter kit is not safer, and Juul pods still contain addictive drugs and chemicals.
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Depression and Alzheimer’s Disease - familydoctor.org
Depression is very common among people who have Alzheimer dementia. They may become depressed when their memory and ability to function get worse.
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Depression | Coping With Suicidal Thoughts | familydoctor.org
If you are depressed or coping with suicidal thoughts, there is help. Suicidal thoughts often are caused by a treatable health problem. Learn more here.
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Dental Hygiene: How to Care for Your Child’s Teeth – familydoctor.org
Helping your child to develop healthy dental habits now can aid in the prevention of infection, disease, and other teeth problems later.
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Diabetes and Exercise – familydoctor.org
Exercise carries additional risk for people with diabetes, but the associated benefits far outweigh the potential negatives.
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Diabetes and Nutrition – familydoctor.org
What you eat is closely connected to the amount of sugar in your blood. The right food choices will help you control your blood sugar level.
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Depression in Children and Teens - familydoctor.org
Children and teens can experience depression. Their symptoms may look different than adult depression. Learn how to recognize the signs and symptoms.
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Dietary Fats: What’s Good and What’s Bad - familydoctor.org
There are different types of good and bad fats. Learn about the benefits and risks of fats, as well as what foods to eat and what foods to avoid.
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Different Types of Mental Health Treatment - familydoctor.org
Mental health treatment isn’t a one-size fit all. There are many different treatments available to help individuals.
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Doc, Do I Have the Stomach Flu? - familydoctor.org
For healthy adults, the symptoms of gastroenteritis are usually mild. In most cases, you don’t need to see a…
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Drowning - Secondary Drowning | familydoctor.org
Drowning occurs when you get water in your lungs, and is the fifth leading cause of unintentional death in the U.S. Tap here to learn more.
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Grapefruit and Medication Interactions | familydoctor.org
The chemicals in grapefruit can cause your body to absorb either too much or not enough medicine into your bloodstream. Learn more here.
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Effects of Sun Exposure - familydoctor.org
It is important to know the benefits and dangers of sun exposure.
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Exercise: How To Get Started - familydoctor.org
A good goal is to work up to exercising 5 times a week for 30 to 60 minutes at a time. As you begin, remember: Any amount is better than none.
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Hospice Care - familydoctor.org
Hospice care is a special program for patients who are ill and dying, and their families.
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Family Health - familydoctor.org
Learn to make healthy lifestyle choices for you and your family with information for every stage of life.
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Infants and Toddlers - familydoctor.org
Find information on toddlers and infants, caring for your newborn, potty training, vaccination decisions, home safety and nutrition, plus…
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Men - familydoctor.org
Men's health concerns, including high blood pressure, diabetes, heart failure, heart attack, stroke, prevention, wellness and more.
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Seniors - familydoctor.org
Healthy choices aren’t just for the young. Learn how a healthy lifestyle can help seniors stay active and improve…
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Acute Bronchitis - Persistent Cough - familydoctor.org
Acute bronchitis is inflammation of the bronchial tubes (airways) in the lungs. Symptoms include fever, cough with mucus, and wheezing.
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Alcohol Abuse Treatment - What Is Alcohol Abuse? | familydoctor.org
Not all alcohol abuse treatments work the same for every person. The sooner a person seeks treatment, the better. Learn more about treatment options here.
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Falls: How to Lower Your Risk - familydoctor.org
A fall at an older age can have serious consequences to your health and independence. Reduce your risk for falling by following these tips.
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Adhesive Capsulitis - familydoctor.org
Adhesive capsulitis, or frozen shoulder, is the condition that occurs when inflammation in your shoulder eventually leads to difficulty moving it at all.
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Amblyopia - familydoctor.org
Amblyopia is also called lazy eye. It happens when one eye doesn’t work properly with the brain. It’s a common cause of vision problems in children.
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Allergic Rhinitis (Allergies)
Sometimes called allergies, allergic rhinitis is a reaction to allergens such as pollen, resulting in symptoms that can usually be treated with medicine.
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Alzheimer's Disease - familydoctor.org
Alzheimer’s disease is a type of dementia. The symptoms are associated with physical and functional changes in the brain.
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Alcohol Withdrawal Syndrome - familydoctor.org
Alcohol withdrawal syndrome occurs when people who have had an alcohol abuse problem stop drinking. Symptoms can be mild or severe.
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Amenorrhea: Symptoms, Causes and Treatments - familydoctor.org
Amenorrhea is a medical term for when a woman does not have menstrual periods.
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Anemia - familydoctor.org
Anemia is a common blood disorder that affects your red blood cells. Learn about the types, causes, treatments, and prevention methods of anemia.
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Arrhythmia - familydoctor.org
An arrhythmia is a change in the rhythm of your heartbeat. Your heart may beat too fast, too slow, or uneven. There are different types and treatments.
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https://familydoctor.org/condition/arrhythmia/
Asthma Action Plan - familydoctor.org
An asthma action plan is developed by your doctor. It contains written instructions about what you should do if you have an asthma attack.
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Asthma - familydoctor.org
Asthma is a chronic disease of the lungs. It often starts in childhood and can be treated and managed with controller and rescue medicines.
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Barrett’s Esophagus - familydoctor.org
Barrett’s esophagus is a condition often caused by GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease). Learn how to help prevent and treat it.
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https://familydoctor.org/condition/barretts-esophagus/
Bipolar Disorder - familydoctor.org
Bipolar disorder is a mental illness that causes extreme mood swings between happy and sad. People of all ages and genders can have bipolar disorder.
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https://familydoctor.org/condition/bipolar-disorder/
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) - familydoctor.org
Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a group of behaviors that make it difficult to pay attention in school, at home, or at work.
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Bronchiolitis - familydoctor.org
Bronchiolitis is a common lung infection in infants and young children. It is usually caused by a virus. RSV is the most common cause.
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Burners - familydoctor.org
Burners are minor injuries to the nerves between your neck and shoulder. They send a burning sensation down your arm and usually go away in a few minutes.
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