care magazine
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When is a cough a concern?
Hearing a chorus of coughs is typical at this time of year. An occasional cough is normal and healthy. A cough that persists for…
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Do you have a vitamin D deficiency?
Vitamin D is essential for our bodies, especially when it comes to bone health, but many people don’t get enough of the so-called “sunshine…
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Massive number of plastic particles found in bottled water. Are they harmful to health?
A new study introduces a new method of detecting tiny nanoparticles—less than a thousandth the width of a human hair—of plastic in bottled water. They are…
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Pediatric flu cases on the rise
Flu cases are continuing to rise across the country. A pediatric infectious disease specialist offers advice on how to prevent further spread. Now that…
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How to cope with feelings of ‘mom guilt’
If you’ve ever had feelings of mom guilt, you’re not alone. Melissa Young, MD, functional medicine specialist, said a lot of women can relate,…