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  • A family walks together outdoors with their luggage.
    Public Health

    Travel Tips: How to Stay Healthy on the Go

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    Learn more about staying healthy before, during and after traveling so you can steer clear of illnesses and maximize your fun.

  • A man using a chainsaw to cut ice.
    Trending Health Stories

    Preventing and Recognizing Hypothermia

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    Learn the steps to protect yourself from extremely low temperatures, including preventing hypothermia and recognizing if you’re experiencing it.

  • A Woman Thinks Deeply with Her Hand Pressed Against Her Face
    Mental Health

    Mental Health Emergencies: When to Go to the ER

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    If you face a mental health crisis, get help right away. We’re here to let you know that not only is it OK to go to the ER, but it may be your best option in a mental health emergency. Read more in...

  • A mother taking her sick child's temperature
    Public Health

    When is the Flu an Emergency?

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    Learn how to determine if your flu symptoms mean a visit to the doctor’s office or the ER.

  • A family hiking together.
    Public Health

    Camping and Hiking Safety Tips

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    Learn how to stay safe while camping or hiking this summer.

  • A Senior Wipes His Forehead While Out in the Hot Summer Sun
    Health Care

    Heat Wave Poses Extra Risk to Patients on Certain Medications

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    Heat waves can be dangerous, especially to those on certain medications. Keep reading to find out about common interactions, along with how to stay safe during a heat wave.

  • A caregiver laughs with their loved one.
    Health Care

    B.E. F.A.S.T.: 6 Stroke Symptoms to Know When Every Second Counts

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    Do you know the signs of a stroke, and when to call 911? Learn what the acronym FAST means, and why to get ER care immediately for strokes.

  • Grandmother, Mother and Child looking into an oven.
    Lifestyle

    5 Mistakes to Avoid When Reheating Food

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    Learn why food safety basics are important to keep in mind when reheating leftovers.

  • A woman drinking a bottle of water on a sunny day, surrounded by yellow flowers.
    Public Health

    Above-Average Temperatures Predicted This Fall: How to Handle the Heat

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    Find out how to prepare for higher-than-average temperatures this fall and stay healthy during extreme heat.