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Meningitis: What You Should Know

Learn more about important meningitis prevention and treatment options.

What Asthmatics Need to Know about Swine Flu Prevention

Asthmatics can be more prone to catching infections including swine flu. Follow our tips to protect yourself this winter.

Germ Prevention 101

Flu season is here again--do you know the best ways to prevent your children from getting sick?

Why Having Asthma Makes the Flu More Dangerous

Asthmatics suffer uncomfortable symptoms year round-- but flu season can be dangerous.

Sick Child? When to Call the Doctor

Not sure when your child's sickness warrants a visit to the doctor? Our guidelines help you make the best decision.

Sick Child? Pediatricians Recommend These Fever Treatments

No parents ever want to see a child sick with the discomfort of a fever--but knowing how to treat it can be the first line of defense.

Got a Sick Kid? When to Keep Your Child Home from School

On the fence about whether to keep your little one home or not? We have tips to guide your decision.

Rheumatoid Arthritis Drug Abatacept May Protect Against Flu

A new study suggests that abatacept (Orencia ), a rheumatoid arthritis drug, could fight different strains of the flu.

The Best Natural Flu Remedies

Try some of the best natural flu remedies to stay healthy this season.

What's the Safest Baby Cold Treatment?

How can you treat your little one's cold while keeping her safe at the same time?

Swine Flu Center 2

Learn how to keep your family safe from swine flu, a potentially deadly virus.

Does Your Child Have a Cold or the Flu?

Telling the difference between a cold or the flu is difficult—but our guide makes it possible.

Children's Vaccines 101

Learn how immunizations work and why it's so important to vaccinate your child.

Is it Swine Flu or Allergies?

If you woke up this morning with a runny nose and cough and have been sneezing and feeling an itch in the back of your throat and your nose, you may wonder if this is just your typical seasonal allergy attack or if you could have be coming down with a case of the Swine Flu.

7 Immune-Boosting Foods

Eat these foods to keep your immune system going strong.

10 Health Benefits of Having Sex

The word is out sex can be great for your health in more ways than you can imagine.

Swine Flu: What Even Your Doctor Doesn t Know

While scientists and the government race to control the novel H1N1 outbreak, there are still a few things about this virus that doctors don t know or understand.

Radio Waves: A New Treatment for GERD

Learn more about this new, non-surgical option.

The Benefits of Allergy Testing

If you suffer from severe allergy symptoms and taking medication doesn't seem to help you feel better, it may be time to turn to the experts to undergo some allergy testing. This can be a valuable way to find out exactly what your biggest triggers are and to determine how best to avoid them.

The 5 Biggest Medical Breakthroughs of 2008-2009

Each year we hear of the latest in medical innovations. Although these improvements amaze us at times, the majority of Americans will never come in contact with the latest breakthroughs or so you think.

How To Be a Healthy Role Model

Children learn what they live. Here are tips on how to teach your children well.

How to Manage Heartburn During Pregnancy

Approximately 50 percent of pregnant women will experience heartburn. Learn how to find relief.

Medications for Your Allergy Symptoms

Your go-to guide for allergy medications.

5 Food Habits That Sink Your Mood

Not feeling yourself? Your eating habits could be the reason.

When to Start Worrying About Your Cough

When is a cough more than just a cough?

5 Germiest Spots in Your Home

Your home is crawling with bacteria. Where are the biggest hotspots?

Protect Yourself: Dangerous Diseases on the Rise

These frightening illnesses have experienced a resurgence over the past few years. But why?

Understanding Ear Infections

Ear infections are very common in children. Here, a guide to their symptoms, treatment, and prevention.

10 Best Tips That Moms Give

You might not have known it when you were young, but according to health experts, Mom was right all along.

Chicken Pox Survival Guide

A highly contagious childhood illness, chicken pox can make your child uncomfortable for about a week. Here, some ways to ease the itching.
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