Emergency Room
Mark Hooper

Epilepsy and Seizures

ON THIS PAGE What are epilepsy and seizures? Who is more likely to have epilepsy and seizures? Types of seizures Types of epilepsy How are

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Mark Hooper

Working Out to Stay Sharp

Can Exercise Keep Your Brain Healthier? En español Send us your comments (link sends e-mail) We’ve all heard that exercise is good for us. Experts

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Symptoms of Food Poisoning

KEY POINTS The most common symptoms of food poisoning include diarrhea, stomach pain or cramps, nausea, vomiting, and fever. Signs of severe food poisoning include

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Mark Hooper

Preventing Tick Bites

  KEY POINTS Reducing exposure to ticks is the best defense against tickborne diseases. Tick exposure can occur year-round, but ticks are most active during

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Mark Hooper

Fireworks Safety

en español: Seguridad al manipular fuegos artificiales Medically reviewed by: Elana Pearl Ben-Joseph, MD Learn About Primary Care Pediatrics at Nemours Children’s Health Listen Holidays

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Learning Center
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Healthy Eating and the Holidays

KEY POINTS ‘Tis the season for family, festivity, and food—lots of food. How do you manage diabetes during the holidays when food temptations are just

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Learning Center
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About Cardiomyopathy

KEY POINTS Cardiomyopathy represents a collection of diverse conditions of the heart muscle. Cardiomyopathy can be acquired—developed because of another disease, condition, or factor—or inherited.

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