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Skin Self-Exam Skin cancer can be treated with more success if it's found early. The way to do this is with regular skin exams. This means having a doctor check your skin. And it also means regularly checking your skin at home. Getting regular skin exams Skin exams are important

The IDEA Workgroup is excited to host our Lunch and Learn series. These sessions feature subject experts who will share insights into different community and cultural groups, focusing on their experiences within the healthcare system. Each session will explore key topics such as

Preventing Falls in Children Falls are the most common cause of injury visits to the emergency room for young children. Falls cause more open wounds, fractures, and brain injuries than any other cause. Most falls happen at home. But the playground is another spot for spills

Rubella (German Measles) What is rubella? Rubella is sometimes called German measles. It's a viral infection. It usually causes a mild illness in children. Adults have a slightly more severe illness. But the virus can cause serious birth defects in pregnant people. A vaccine is

Older Adults: Preventing Falls Every year, millions of older adults fall, leading to injuries and emergency room visits. Many of these falls and injuries can be prevented. Most falls happen at home. Taking certain safety measures can prevent many falls. Facts about falls Here are

Fibromyalgia What is fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes pain in muscles and soft tissues all over the body. It is an ongoing (chronic) condition. It can affect your neck, shoulders, back, chest, hips, buttocks, arms, and legs. The pain may be worse in the

Mastitis What is mastitis? Mastitis is an inflammation of the breast tissue. Infections may or may not occur with mastitis. It often affects people who are breastfeeding. What causes mastitis? Mastitis may occur because of sore or cracked nipples, latch problems, plugged ducts