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Briefly covers boils, bumps under the skin often caused by infected hair follicles. Explains that bacteria form an abscess (pocket of pus). Covers home treatment. Includes info on how to prevent boils.
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What are colds? Colds are the most common infection of the nose, sinuses, or throat (upper respiratory infection). Colds are caused by viruses. They're spread by coughs, sneezes, and close contact. You can catch a cold at any time of year, but they're more common in late winter and early...
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Provides tips for managing swelling from lymphedema. Covers symptoms to watch for, ways to keep lymph fluid moving, and tips for protecting and caring for the affected arm or leg.
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Discusses gastroenteritis (also called stomach flu) caused by a virus or bacteria. Covers symptoms like nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and fever. Offers home treatment tips. Also offers prevention tips. Covers when you should seek care.
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Discusses steps you can take to help avoid weight gain when you stop using tobacco. Covers creating a plan before quitting to make weight control easier. Offers tips on how to include healthy foods, get more activity, and avoid reaching for food when you're not hungry.
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Covers how to start adding more activity and how to choose activities that are right for you. Offers tips for setting goals, getting past barriers, and building a support system. Briefly describes benefits of being more active, and advises checking with your doctor before starting activity.
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No matter what your health goal is, creating a specific plan can help you succeed. Follow the steps below to create your plan. This will put you on a path toward meeting your goal. Step 1: Know your own reason. Why is this change important to you? Make sure it's...
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What is organic food? Food that is labeled "organic" has been grown or raised without man-made chemical fertilizers, pest killers (pesticides), or weed killers (herbicides). And no hormones or drugs were used. This means that farmers and ranchers who grow organic food: Use only natural pest killers. These include plant...
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