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May 10, 2023/Primary Care

Get the Dirt: How Safe Are Cleaning Products?

Chemicals in household cleaners can be dangerous and deserve your attention

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May 4, 2023/Primary Care

Two Sides of the Same Imaging Test: Ultrasound vs. Sonogram

One medical test, two different parts

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April 25, 2023/Primary Care

Why Do You Yawn — and Is It Contagious?

One theory is brain temperature regulation, and yes, a ‘contagious yawn’ is a real thing

illustration of woman taking bath
April 17, 2023/Primary Care

Taking the Plunge: 5 Reasons Baths Are Good for You

Soaking in the tub benefits your body and your mind

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Person taking temperature of child using ear thermometer.
April 11, 2023/Primary Care

Heat Check: How To Take Your Temperature

You can use a digital, tympanic or temporal artery thermometer

Doctor and patient meet in exam room for annual checkup.
April 10, 2023/Health Conditions

Here’s What Happens at a Yearly Check-Up

An annual physical exam is important for many reasons, including your chance to ask questions

goosebumps on an arm
March 28, 2023/Primary Care

Goosebumps: The What, When and Why

They serve little purpose in modern humans, but piloerections keep our furry friends safe and warm

A patient talks with doctor during their office appointment.
March 27, 2023/Primary Care

30 Types of Doctors and What They Do

The best way to figure out which kind you need is to first speak with your primary care provider

An immunocompromised person in living room on a tablet device.
March 2, 2023/Primary Care

The Meaning of Immunocompromised

A compromised immune system requires precaution

Hands holding two different kinds of pain medications separated by a white line.
February 24, 2023/Primary Care

Is It Safe To Take Acetaminophen With Ibuprofen?

You can alternate these OTCs to help with pain control and fever reduction

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