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Who is more like to have genital herpes, HSV-2? Test your knowledge!

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Is it a Stomach Bug or Food Poisoning?

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A more common cause of stomach distress is food poisoning, which does have a dramatic, secret agent kind of sound to it. It just means that something got into your food (accidentally!) that has made you sick.

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The Bugs of Summer – Avoid the Bites

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Tiny Vampires We are gathering carefully outdoors more than ever this summer in order to stay COVID-safe. And who else likes to have a meal outside on a warm evening? Mosquitos. All they want is a little of your blood, but what they leave behind under your skin is an unwelcome parting gift –their saliva. […]

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Being very overweight is often seen as a factor in many health problems, but now is seen as a factor in people’s risk of getting, transmitting, and dying from influenza.

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Most adults have been vaccinated, but aren’t sure if they’re still immune and need a booster.

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The word Herpes and people stop in their tracks. It’s one of those infections that carries with it a lot of sexual baggage.

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Oral and Genital Herpes

If you or someone you care about is concerned that they may have herpes, then you know that it can be a very worrisome time with a long list of questions. What makes it even more difficult is that you might be hearing conflicting and confusing information.

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Why Women Are More Likely to Get Herpes

We know that women are 6 to 7 times more likely than men to become infected with herpes.
A report from the World Health Organization estimates that 28% of women will be infected with Herpes by age 50.

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This blog is intended solely to serve as a resource to health information and to provide you with basic information about the symptoms, cautions, and nutritional concerns related to all aspects of health. This blog does not provide a comprehensive explanation of all aspects of any health condition or concern or even those aspects that are discussed in this blog. This blog is not intended to be—and you should not use it as—a substitute for medical advice or health care given by a licensed health care provider. Be sure to see a licensed health care provider to help ensure your health and the health and well-being of your family.

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