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Living With Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS) is a hormonal disorder that causes women to have irregular periods and too much androgen, male hormones. Its cause is unknown.


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Making Daylight Saving Time Easier on Your Kids
The switch to daylight saving time (DST) in the spring is a difficult transition for everyone. Because of their heightened sleep needs and sensitivity to changes in their schedule, kids may have the …

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How Can a Nurse Practitioner Help?
Learn about how a nurse practitioner can be a great alternative or addition to a doctor's care.


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Decoding the Differences Between Vegetarian, Vegan, and Pescatarian Diets
You may have heard of the purported benefits of a diet that doesn’t include meat, but when your friend tells you they are switching to a vegan, vegetarian, or pescatarian diet, what exactly does th…

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Why Are UTIs Common During Pregnancy?
Various changes increase the likelihood of UTIs, or urinary tract infections, during pregnancy. The first change is hormonal. During pregnancy, your urine is more concentrated with sugar, protein, an…

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3 Ways to Help Children Adjust to a New Baby
While the birth of a new sibling can be an exciting time, it is also a massive change in the daily life of an older child. Many children understandably struggle with having to share their parents’ …

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February 16, 2022 is School Exclusion Day – What You Need to Know
February 16, 2022 is School Exclusion Day. Children may not be able to attend school or childcare on that day (or when their school reopens) if their records on file show missing immunizations. Schoo…

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An Insight into the Top 3 Common Knee Problems
Knee problems are common in people of all ages. Some knee problems can be debilitating and prevent you from moving normally, while others cause only mild discomfort and inconvenience. The most common…

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5 Common Prenatal Infections
Prenatal infections are caused by bacteria, viruses, fungi, parasites, or other microorganisms that enter the body through the mother’s vagina or cervix. These infections can occur at any time duri…

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