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A change in baby's first shot

Babies should no longer wait until their first checkup to get their first vaccine.
Learn how the opioid crisis has affected the timing of hepatitis B vaccines for newborns.


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'…and this little piggy got the flu'

If you're planning on attending a state fair, take some extra precautions when visiting
the live animals. Some of the pigs are likely to be carriers of a variant flu virus
that can be transmitted to humans. Here's how to protect yourself.


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Treating menopause symptoms safely

Women have good reason to be wary of estrogen-only treatments for the symptoms of menopause. But one form of estrogen therapy appears to be safe
for treating vaginal and urinary discomforts.


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Beware the C. botulinum bacteria

Canning foods at home can be a delicious hobby.
Just be sure you don't let this dangerous germ into the jar.


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When stroke strikes young

You may think of stroke as a disorder in older people. But it can affect younger people too. Learn more about the illicit drug that can cause death and disability in young people.


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