Health Guides

Low-Salt Diet
Updated 8 February 2024 under Health Guides.One of the ways to manage high blood pressure is by following a low-salt (also called low-sodium) diet. What is sodium? Sodium is a mineral that is necessary for our […]
Read more »Lyme Disease
Updated 18 March 2024 under Health Guides.If you live near the coast in the northeast part of the United States, the mid-Atlantic region, Wisconsin, Minnesota, Virginia, Iowa, Pennsylvania, Michigan, California, or some parts of Europe or […]
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Medical Research in the Clinic Setting
Updated 27 October 2024 under Health Guides.Each year, billions of dollars are spent on medical research in order to learn more about various diseases and improve healthcare. As a young person, there are many health topics […]
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Meditation
Updated 22 November 2024 under Health Guides.Different forms of meditation have been used for thousands of years. Today, people meditate for reasons such as to relax and/or improve concentration. Others consider meditation to be a spiritual […]
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MRI
Updated 25 July 2024 under Health Guides.“MRI” is short for Magnetic Resonance Imaging. This test is different from an x-ray because it makes a picture of your body’s organs, tissues, and bones without exposing you to radiation. An […]
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Sports and Nutrition: Fueling Your Performance
Updated 15 April 2024 under Health Guides.Just as a car runs best with a full tank of gas, your body needs the right kind of fuel from food in order to perform at its best. A […]
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Panic Attacks
Updated 22 April 2024 under Health Guides.Getting nervous before giving a presentation at school or before a big game is normal – but if you’ve ever felt like you’re going to lose control, have a heart […]
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Hormone Patch (Xulane/Twirla)
Updated 27 October 2024 under Health Guides.The patch looks like a square Band-Aid (less than 2″ x 2″) and is worn on the skin. It contains hormone medicine like birth control pills, but the dose absorbed […]
Read more »Your First Pelvic Exam
Updated 27 October 2024 under Health Guides.You may be worried about your first pelvic exam. It’s very normal to be uneasy about something when you don’t know what to expect. It’s also normal to feel embarrassed. […]
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How to Prepare for a Job Interview
Updated 8 November 2024 under Health Guides.You’ve applied for a job and finally landed an interview. Congrats! But, now what? Here are some tips on how to impress your future employer: A lot has changed in […]
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