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November 8, 2024/Primary Care

Did You Step on Broken Glass? Here’s How to Safely Get It Out of Your Foot

Clean hands, sanitized tweezers and a soaking tub are key to removing some shards of glass

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November 7, 2024/Primary Care

How To Prevent Chafing

Irritation from skin rubbing against skin or clothes can affect your whole body, but powders, creams and even the right underwear can help protect you

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November 6, 2024/Primary Care

When Is a Bump on the Head Serious?

Watch for severe symptoms in older kids and adults, but kids under age 2 should always see a provider

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October 30, 2024/Primary Care

How To Get Rid of Fruit Flies for Good

Make your home a no-fly zone by cleaning your drains, refrigerating your produce and DIYing a fruit fly trap

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October 15, 2024/Skin Care & Beauty

Biotin Side Effects: What’s the Risk?

Taking supplements with biotin can cause inaccurate lab test results

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October 8, 2024/Primary Care

How To Identify 8 Common Bug Bites, and What To Do About Them

Some bites are nothing more than itchy — others can put you at risk for disease

Gypsy moth caterpillar on a leaf
October 4, 2024/Primary Care

Can a Caterpillar Cause a Skin Rash?

They may seem cute, but toxins released by certain kinds of caterpillars can leave you feeling itchy or worse

Hurricane prep supplies and tote full of supplies, like water, canned food, power cords, water
October 2, 2024/Primary Care

Storm Safety: An ER Doctor’s Lifesaving Tips for Hurricane Preparedness

Your storm prep checklist should include making an evacuation plan, rounding up supplies and refilling prescriptions

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September 9, 2024/Primary Care

6 Signs You May Be Iron-Deficient

Experiencing constant fatigue, shortness of breath and chills could all be signs of low iron

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August 28, 2024/Primary Care

7 Common Causes of Cold Sweats

It can be a warning sign of low blood sugar or something more serious like a heart attack

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