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Norovirus Infection Norovirus infection causes inflammation in the stomach and intestines (gastroenteritis) and food poisoning. It is caused by exposure to a virus in a group of similar viruses called noroviruses. Norovirus spreads very easily from person to…
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Sinusitis (Sinus Infection) Sinusitis is soreness and swelling (inflammation) of your sinuses. Sinuses are hollow spaces in the bones around your face. They are located: • Around your eyes. • In the middle of your forehead. • Behind your nose. • In your…
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Heart-Healthy Eating Plan Heart-healthy meal planning includes: • Eating less unhealthy fats. • Eating more healthy fats. • Making other changes in your diet. Talk with your doctor or a diet specialist (dietitian) to create an eating plan that is right…
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Living With Seasonal Affective Disorder Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a type of depression that is also known as the “winter blues.” It is a condition in which you feel depressed at specific times of the year. The most common times for this…
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Youth Ice Hockey Injuries Ice hockey is one of the fastest growing youth sports. Playing ice hockey will help you improve your fitness and coordination while having lots of fun. You will also learn skills like discipline and teamwork. But ice hockey is also…
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Asthma and Allergies When you have asthma, it is important to know what makes your asthma symptoms worse (what triggers your asthma). When you know what triggers your asthma, you can take steps to prevent asthma attacks. You can also better control your asthma….
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Understanding UTI A urinary tract infection (UTI) is an infection of any part of the urinary tract. The urinary tract includes: The kidneys. The ureters. The bladder. The urethra. These organs make, store, and get rid of pee (urine) in the body. What Are The…
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Patricia Thomas, RN | Tower Health Urgent Care – Regional Nurse Manager Here’s Everything You Can Possibly Do to Avoid Catching (or Spreading) the Flu Get your flu shot Flu shots are $35 at Tower Health Urgent Care | Free with Medicare and Capital Blue…
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