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Raw milk, which refers to unprocessed milk straight from the cow, has once again become a topic of debate among health-conscious individuals. While some advocate for its consumption due to perceived health benefits, the risks associated with raw milk are substantial and well-documented. Read More
As more teens are seeking elective labial surgery, the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology through the Committee on Adolescent Health Care has developed guidelines to educate gynecologists about the limited role of surgical interventions for this group of patients. Read More
West Nile Virus (WNV) is an arthropod-borne virus (arbovirus) spread most frequently through the bite of infected mosquitoes (Culexsp.). Mosquitoes become carriers of WNV after feeding on infected birds and can then transmit the virus to humans through subsequent bites. Read More
Prepubertal is the time frame before puberty when hormones activate in the body and cause changes throughout the body. Puberty especially affects the genital area, causing changes to the mucosa (the type of skin lining the vagina) and changes and growth of the labia (lips around the vagina/skin folds of the vulva) in addition to pubic hair growth. Read More
Listeria monocytogenes is a bacterial organism that makes its home in soil where it can contaminate vegetation and livestock. It is most commonly passed to humans on raw fruits and vegetables, raw meat, hot dogs, deli meat, smoked fish, milk, cheese and other dairy products. Read More
Taking too little or too much medication can be dangerous. Directions should be followed as prescribed unless directly instructed by a healthcare provider. Read More
Drowning is a leading cause of injury death for young children ages 1 to 4, and the fifth leading cause of unintentional injury death for people of all ages. For toddlers (children ages 1 to 4 years), swimming pools pose the greatest risk of submersion injury. Read More
Girls tend to drive themselves crazy about their periods. Is it normal? Am I okay? Let’s be honest, these are questions all of us girls ask over the arc of our lives, from first periods to periods long gone. Read More