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Is Whooping Cough Becoming More Common?
Whooping cough is a respiratory illness caused by the bacteria Bordatella pertussis. Potentially life-threatening, it is largely preventable with vaccination. Yet cases are on the rise.
Does Menopause Change the Way You Metabolize Alcohol?
Many women find that alcohol use affects them differently as they enter perimenopause and may worsen symptoms such as hot flashes and sleep disruptions.
How to Harness Your Immune System for Optimal Health
Learn how to tap into your immune system to ward off illness and how exercise, gut health and natural remedies impact immunity.
What to Do If Your Child Has a Seizure
Seeing your child have a seizure can be scary. It helps to know the signs and how to keep your child safe if it happens.
How Common Are Lung Nodules?
More common than you might think, a lung nodule or “spot on the lung” is an area of dense tissue that shows up on a chest x-ray or CT scan.
Family Planning for LGBTQIA+ People
LGBTQIA+ couples have more options than ever to start or expand their families with biological children of their own.
Stressed-Out Parents: A Growing Public Health Concern
Today’s parents are under a lot of stress and their mental well-being is suffering. The crisis is prompting health experts to look at possible solutions.
Hand Tremors? When to See a Doctor
Temporary, mild hand tremors are not usually a sign of serious disease. However, if they are prolonged or accompanied by other symptoms, a medical evaluation is recommended.