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Heat Exhaustion & Heatstroke

Heat Exhaustion & Heatstroke

Just about everyone loves to go outdoors in the summer and be more active. However, if you start to feel dizzy or nauseous in the heat, you could have heat exhaustion and should get out of the heat to cool down...
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Women and Alzheimer's

Women and Alzheimer’s

Many women don’t realize they are more at risk than men to develop Alzheimer’s even though they make up almost two-thirds of Americans who develop the disease. A number of risk factors are at play including genetics and lifestyle choices...
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Treating a Testosterone Deficiency

Treating a Testosterone Deficiency

Low levels of testosterone can lead to serious health problems including osteoporosis and low red cell production. Treatment can include creams or injectable medications...
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How Hearing Loss Can Increase Dementia Risk

How Hearing Loss Can Increase Dementia Risk

Studies suggest that people who develop hearing loss, even in midlife, have a greater risk of developing dementia later in life. Part of the brain that is involved in hearing is also involved in language and memory so it’s best to get your hearing checked regularly...
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Sexually Transmitted Infections Increase Since the Pandemic

Sexually Transmitted Infections Increase Since the Pandemic

With sexually transmitted infections rising according to the CDC, it’s important to know the signs and symptoms of the diseases. If you think you’ve been exposed, see your doctor and get tested...
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Treating Cataracts with Lens Replacement

Treating Cataracts with Lens Replacement

Many people develop cataracts as they get older. As our eyes age, the lens may become cloudy, interfering with our sight. Replacing our natural lens in our eyes with an artificial one can restore our sight...
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A New Tool for Knee Replacements

A New Tool for Knee Replacements

Augmented reality is helping surgeons do more precise knee replacements by letting them keep their eyes on the patient -- but still see the data they need. Information and images from a computer are projected to smart glasses and allow the doctor to see both the projection and the surgery site...
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Foodborne Illness During Pregnancy

Foodborne Illness During Pregnancy

If you’re pregnant you should be careful about the food you eat because changes in your body could make you more prone to food-borne illnesses, like listeria. Some foods to watch out for include deli meats, soft cheeses, and hot dogs...
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