Heat exhaustion and heat stroke can be dangerous! Here are the symptoms of each and some tips from Tom Pahl, PA-C, for our hot summer days. Bonus download.
Category: Healthy Living
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Does a Mammogram Hurt? And Other FAQs
Not sure what to expect from a mammogram? Get answers about 3D imaging, implants, callbacks, and scheduling at Glacial Ridge in Glenwood, near Alexandria.
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Hernia or Pulled Muscle?
Abdominal pain after lifting something heavy? Learn how to tell the difference between a hernia and a pulled muscle, and when to see a doctor.
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Donate Life: What You Need to Know
Adding "Donor" to your driver's license isn't enough. Register through the state and national Donate Life Registry, and communicate your wishes with your family.
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Melanoma Monday: What You Need to Know
Melanoma can be deadly—but it’s also one of the most preventable and treatable cancers. Learn what to watch for and how to protect your skin year-round.
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Your Complete Women’s Health Care Checklist
Download this Women's Health Care Checklist to help keep track of when you should schedule your important well-woman exams and preventative screenings.
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Early Speech Therapy Gives Children a Strong Start
Written by Brianna Hennen, MS, CCC-SLP, Speech Therapy Each May, Better Hearing and Speech Month raises awareness about communication and feeding disorders—and the important role speech-language therapy plays in helping children succeed. What Pediatric Therapy Supports Pediatric speech-language therapy supports children who have difficulty with speaking, understanding language, social communication, thinking skills, or feeding. These...
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How to Prevent and Treat 3 Common Foot Problems of Summer
Dry heels, blisters, and ingrown toenails (plus corns and calluses) are common foot conditions, but they don’t have to be yours! Podiatrist Dr. Redding has advice.
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Are spring allergies cramping your style?
Since you can’t live indoors all spring, here are a few tips for managing your symptoms for year-round and seasonal allergies.
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Empowering Choices: The Importance of Health Care Directives
Plan ahead with a Health Care Directive to share your wishes, choose a healthcare agent, and give loved ones confidence to make hard decisions in a medical crisis.