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Cryptosporidiosis: Causes, Symptoms & Treatment

Every summer, more and more children and adults alike are exposed to fecal parasites found in pool water. Cryptosporidium, a parasite found in fecal matter, resides in the intestines of infected…

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Picnic Food Safety for July 4th

Picnics, BBQs and potluck gatherings are staples to summertime. They are great ways for family and friends to celebrate the season as well as each other. However, it is very easy to become too…

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Summer Safety for Kids

Summer is arguably the best time of year for kids. Camping, swimming, cookouts, and especially the months off from school are just some of their favorite things about the season. Summer is also a…

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When is Back Pain an Emergency?

Back pain is incredibly frustrating. Millions of Americans suffer from it, impacting how they go about their everyday routine. Whether sitting, sleeping or walking, back pain makes life more…

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Firework Safety Tips: Preventing Injury & Burns

There are many common misconceptions about fireworks. and people don’t always realize the potential for serious injury until it is too late. Instead of learning the hard way, take the time to…

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What Are The Effects Of West Nile Virus?

To many, mosquitoes are the single worst thing about summer. They are pests, and these insects seem to serve no other purpose than to annoy people and spread disease. The fact that they are also…

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The Different Types Of Hepatitis & How To Prevent

National Hepatitis Awareness Month occurs in May, as declared by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. It is a time to spread information about the various types of this liver-damaging…

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Lawnmower Safety

Lawn care is synonymous with summertime. It can be a great way to relieve stress - and make the neighbors look bad. Summertime is lawn mowing season, and sadly, there are many injuries caused by…

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When Food Allergies Become An Emergency

People with food allergies have to be careful with what they eat because allergic reactions to food can be a deadly situation.

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