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What is an STD Test and How Often Should I Be Tested?
Sexual health is a part of life, but sometimes the testing and topics behind this aspect of our health is approached with reluctance or embarrassment. But if you’ve found yourself asking questions like what is an STD test? or, How often should I be treated?, you’re not alone. Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are extremely common, and testing is a quick and painless way to address this aspect of our overall health. So, leave the worry
Managing Back-to-School Anxiety: Tips for Parents and Students
It’s that time of year when the summer days are winding down, while the stress of heading back to school may be amping up. We’ve all felt the mashup of excitement and nerves as the school year resumes. And let’s be honest, it’s not just the kids feeling it — as parents, we get our fair share of anxiety over this transition too! Managing back-to-school anxiety can be a reality for many families. So, how
Hooked While Fishing
You felt a tug… it wasn’t little but, one you knew held the promise of a great catch. You were patient, kept the line tight, you let the fish run while you slowly reeled it in and then… you saw it. You brought it on board and knew it was a catch worth documenting with a nice photo. While attempting to remove the fish from the hook, your hand slipped and you got hooked by
Top Tips for Preventing and Treating Sunburns
Summer brings with it the promise of long days, outdoor activities, and plenty of sunshine. While soaking up the sun can be relaxing and beneficial for our vitamin D levels, too much exposure can lead to sunburn – a painful condition that can cause long-term skin damage and increase the risk of skin cancer. To help you enjoy the sun safely, here are our top tips for preventing and treating sunburns. Preventing Sunburn Preventing sunburns
Does Urgent Care Do STD Testing?
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are extremely common, with over half of the population in the U.S. having had at least one over the course of their lifetime. It can be inconvenient, or even embarrassing to take off from work or school for this particular type of personal problem, leading many people to wonder: does urgent care do STD testing? The short answer is yes, and we’ll cover everything you need to know before your visit.
When to Seek Help: Knowing When Heatstroke Requires Immediate Medical Attention
Summertime brings people of all ages outside for warm weather activities. But as outdoor activities increase, so does the risk of heat injury. A sustained elevated body temperature can lead to heatstroke, which can be dangerous if not prevented or treated promptly. Learning when to seek help if you or someone else becomes too warm outdoors, and knowing when heatstroke requires immediate medical attention is life-saving information to have on hand as the weather warms
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