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You asked, we answered: Could I have anxiety and ADHD?
I was recently diagnosed with anxiety, and I'm worried I might have ADHD too.
Conditions and Services Amber Koch, MS, CCC-SLP and patient

Hoarse voice: What causes it and when to see a health care provider
If your voice sounds raspy or strained, you may have vocal hoarseness. Maybe you sang too loud at a concert last night, or maybe there's an underlying medical condition to blame.
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How to talk to teenagers about suicide: Advice for parents and coaches
The topic of suicide isn't an easy discussion, but a necessary one to help guide and protect the lives and mental health of our teenagers.
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Is the slugging beauty trend beneficial for everyone?
If you keep an eye on internet beauty trends, you may have heard of a skin care routine called slugging.
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HALO® laser skin resurfacing: What to expect during and after treatment
We all want flawless skin, but the truth is many people still struggle with skin imperfections, like large pores, uneven skin tone, hyperpigmentation and signs of aging.
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How to get help for opioid use: Opioid treatment options
You can talk to your primary care physician about it who can then either start treatment or guide you to the appropriate care.
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Opioid overdose: Common symptoms and what to do
Opioid overdose can lead to death without prompt medical attention. Over 70% of overdose deaths involve opioids.
Conditions and Services Amy Koperski and Terri Willenborg

Patient survives serious stroke due to quick response of co-worker and stroke team
You've probably heard it said before: When it comes to stroke, a quick response is critical.
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Healing and recovering after stroke: 9 common stroke complications and how to deal with them
Strokes are sudden, mostly unpredictable, and dramatic in the impact they have. They not only steal from the person some or many of their normal basic functions and abilities, but dramatically impact their daily lives.
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How to talk to a depressed person (Plus what not to say)
Individuals with bipolar disorder, depression, anxiety, PTSD or any other mental health illnesses experience real symptoms affecting their lives in a real way. It’s a myth that a moral failing or a lack of willpower can cause a mental illness.
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