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  • A man blowing his nose.
    Health Care

    Staying Safe From the Flu This Season

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    Autumn is here, and cold and flu season is right around the corner. Here’s what to know about the flu to help you stay well this winter. 

  • A Woman Thinks Deeply with Her Hand Pressed Against Her Face
    Mental Health

    Mental Health Emergencies: When to Go to the ER

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    If you face a mental health crisis, get help right away. We’re here to let you know that not only is it OK to go to the ER, but it may be your best option in a mental health emergency. Read more in...

  • A mother taking her sick child's temperature
    Public Health

    When is the Flu an Emergency?

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    Learn how to determine if your flu symptoms mean a visit to the doctor’s office or the ER.

  • A man sneezing in bed.
    Health Care

    Check Your Symptoms — What Might Be Ailing You

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    It’s sniffles season again. But how can you tell whether you have a cold, the flu or another infection? This symptom guide might point you in the right direction.

  • A family hiking together.
    Public Health

    Camping and Hiking Safety Tips

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    Learn how to stay safe while camping or hiking this summer.

  • A Senior Wipes His Forehead While Out in the Hot Summer Sun
    Health Care

    Heat Wave Poses Extra Risk to Patients on Certain Medications

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    Heat waves can be dangerous, especially to those on certain medications. Keep reading to find out about common interactions, along with how to stay safe during a heat wave.

  • A young woman explores her choices for menstrual medication.
    Health Care

    First Aid Kit Essentials

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    Being caught off guard in any emergency is a worst-case scenario. Everything comes down to how well you are prepared to handle the unexpected, before it becomes an emergency.

  • A caregiver laughs with their loved one.
    Health Care

    B.E. F.A.S.T.: 6 Stroke Symptoms to Know When Every Second Counts

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    Do you know the signs of a stroke, and when to call 911? Learn what the acronym FAST means, and why to get ER care immediately for strokes.

  • Woman using her phone while sitting next to a space heater at home.
    Lifestyle

    Make Space for Your Space Heaters: 5 Tips for Space Heather Safety

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    AdventHealth experts offer 5 tips for space heater use to keep you and your loved ones both safe and warm this winter.