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How Long Does the Flu Last?
If you’ve ever had the flu, you know it’s more than just a bad cold. It can hit fast and hard — leaving you stuck in bed with a fever, chills, body aches, and a serious lack of energy. When you feel miserable, it’s normal to wonder: how long does the flu last? Let’s break down the timeline so you know what to expect, and when to consider getting checked out. Typical Flu Timeline Most
The Dream Team: Why Integrated Health Care Is a Game-Changer in Facility-Based Care
If you’ve ever watched a hospital drama, you’ve seen it: the heroic doctor saves the day in the final three minutes of the episode, usually while yelling something like “Scalpel!” or “We’re losing them!”In reality, healthcare isn’t a one-person show. It’s more like a well-rehearsed orchestra. And when done right, integrated health care is the conductor. What Is an Integrated Health Team, Anyway? You’ve got physicians, nurse practitioners, mental health providers, physical therapists, pharmacists, dietitians,
How to Spot Poison Ivy, Oak & Sumac Before They Ruin Your Summer
Summer brings sunshine, fresh air and unfortunately, itchy rashes if you brush up against the wrong plant. Poison ivy, poison oak, and poison sumac all release a natural oil called urushiol, a substance that triggers allergic reactions in up to 85% of people. The result? Red, itchy, and often blister-filled rashes that can seriously put a damper on your outdoor fun. Understanding how to recognize these plants can help you steer clear. But even when
Do Babies Get a Rash with RSV?
When your baby isn’t feeling well, it’s natural to worry — especially when symptoms like coughing, congestion, or a fever show up. Respiratory Syncytial Virus (RSV) is a common illness that affects infants and young children, and can cause some distressing symptoms. While most parents are familiar with the typical symptoms of RSV like a runny nose, wheezing, or trouble feeding, many wonder: do babies get a rash with RSV? Find out if a rash
How Long is Pink Eye Contagious?
Pink eye — also known as conjunctivitis — is one of those things that seems to spread like wildfire, especially among children. It’s uncomfortable, inconvenient, and if you or a loved one has it you’re probably desperate to know: how long is pink eye contagious? The answer depends on the type of pink eye, but we’re here to walk you through the differences and treatment options. What is Pink Eye? Pink eye, or conjunctivitis, occurs
What Does a Stress Fracture Feel Like?
If you’ve been dealing with a nagging pain in your foot, shin, or hip that just won’t go away, you might find yourself wondering, “What does a stress fracture feel like?”. It’s a fair thought, and one worth exploring — especially if you’re on your feet a lot or have recently carried a lot of weight or experienced a jarring motion. Here’s how to determine if you may have a stress fracture. What is a
