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Mark Hooper

What is Blood Cholesterol?

Español Cholesterol is a waxy, fat-like substance that your body needs for good health, but in the right amounts. Lipoproteins  are small, round particles made

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Types of Physical Activity And Your Heart

Español   IN THIS ARTICLE Aerobic activity Muscle-strengthening activity Bone-strengthening activity Balance activities Flexibility activities The three main types of physical activity are aerobic, muscle

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Fireworks

Posted July 1, 2022 JULY 1, 2022 For Everyone WHAT TO KNOW Summary: This blog discusses the safety and health issues with making and detonating

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Cold Versus Flu

For Everyone AUG. 8, 2024 ESPAÑOL PURPOSE Influenza (flu) and the common cold are both contagious respiratory illnesses, but they are caused by different viruses.

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Ebola Disease Basics

For Everyone JUNE 2, 2026 ESPAÑOL KEY POINTS Ebola disease is caused by an infection with an orthoebolavirus. Orthoebolaviruses are found primarily in sub-Saharan Africa.

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What Is Angina?

Español Angina can be a warning sign that you are at a higher risk of having a heart attack. If you have chest pain that

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About Swimmer’s Itch

For Everyone KEY POINTS Swimmer’s itch is an infection caused by a parasite. It can cause an allergic reaction and rash on your skin. Swimmer’s

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About Dementia

For Everyone WHAT TO KNOW Dementia is a condition that makes someone unable to remember, think clearly, or make decisions while doing everyday activities. Alzheimer’s

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About Abuse of Older Persons

For Everyone KEY POINTS Many older adults require care and are vulnerable to violence perpetrated by a caregiver or someone they trust. More research is

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Mark Hooper

Managing Asthma in Schools

For Everyone AT A GLANCE Asthma is a leading chronic illness among children and adolescents in the United States. It is one of the leading

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