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Spring and summer are a busy time for ticks. The warming climate and a wet spring in some regions of the US helped expand the tick population considerably this year.
Do you know how to prevent tick bites that can spread disease –– and which ticks might land you with an allergy to red meat or other long-term symptoms like chronic fatigue?
Respiratory health harms often follow flooding: Taking these steps can help
Could tea tree oil help treat acne or athlete’s foot?
Hemoglobin A1c (HbA1c): What to know if you have diabetes or prediabetes or are at risk for these conditions
What could be causing your blurry vision?
Avocado nutrition: Health benefits and easy recipes
Swimming lessons save lives: What parents should know
Preventing and treating iliotibial (IT) band syndrome: Tips for pain-free movement
Wildfires: How to cope when smoke affects air quality and health
What can magnesium do for you and how much do you need?
Dry socket: Preventing and treating a painful condition that can occur after tooth extraction
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