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Mask on: Vaccinated people can spread COVID-19
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) advises vaccinated people to wear masks indoors in areas of substantial or high transmission. If your county is orange or red on this map, wear a mask.
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You asked, we answered: Is there a home remedy for vaginal yeast infections?
Is there an oral pill or ointment option?
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How accurate are at-home rapid tests for COVID-19?
Here’s a rundown of how accurate each test is compared to PCR testing.
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Mask up in schools: 3 reasons why
With the school year approaching, safety is top of mind for parents and teachers.
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Delta variant of concern: How protected are you?
The delta variant is hitting unvaccinated communities especially hard.
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6 types of irritable bowel syndrome trigger foods
More than 1 in 10 Americans have irritable bowel syndrome or IBS. Diet can have a huge effect on IBS symptoms, and everyone has different food triggers. Some
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Do collagen supplements work?
Powders, pills or liquids – supplemental collagen comes in all shapes and forms. But is it doing your skin or joints any favors?
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SMILE or LASIK? Comparing 5 aspects of 2 vision correction surgeries
Looking for the differences between LASIK (laser-assisted in-situ keratomileusis) surgery and SMILE (small incision lenticule extraction)? SMILE is the latest vision correction surgery and the most recently approved.
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How to stop (and prevent) leg cramps
We've all experienced it – a sudden seizing up in your leg that you can't ignore. Leg cramps, also called charley horses, affect some more than others. Luckily, there are ways to stop and prevent them.
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You asked, we answered: Is asking my COVID vaccination status a HIPAA violation?
Is it a HIPAA violation to ask someone’s vaccine status?
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