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Hantavirus: Symptoms, Prevention and How It Spreads

Recent news coverage about a suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship sailing in the Atlantic Ocean has led many people to seek information about this rare but serious disease. In the United States...

May 4, 2026
6 min read

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Children’s Health

Spotting Signs of Appendicitis in Kids

Appendicitis in kids is a serious condition where the appendix, a finger-shaped pouch that sticks out from the colon on the lower right side of the abdomen, becomes inflamed and swollen. The most common symptom is pain...

October 23, 2024
4 min read
Children’s Health

Does My Baby Need Tongue Tie Surgery?

When parents notice their baby struggling with breastfeeding or hear a clicking sound during feeding, it might raise concerns about a common condition known as tongue tie. This condition involves a tight piece of skin...

October 9, 2024
5 min read
Trauma

8 Tips for Preventing Falls

Falls are a major health concern for older adults. In those over 65, falls that occur either in or outside of the home are the leading cause of injury-related death, hospitalization and emergency department visits...

September 30, 2024
5 min read