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Summer is a great time for families to be outdoors. However, too much heat can cause serious illness in people of all ages, both outdoor as well as indoor. The highest rates of death from heat-related illness are in the elderly, however infants and young children, as well as teenage athletes are also at significant risk. Being proactive to prevent heat illness and being aware of the signs and symptoms of it are important to ensure that outdoor summer activities are safe.
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As a pediatric dentist, I often hear parents ask, "Do baby teeth really matter? They’re going to fall out anyway, right?" While it’s true that baby teeth, also called primary teeth, have an expiration date, they play a crucial role in your child’s overall health and development. Think of them as the training wheels for your child’s smile – a little practice now leads to big confidence later!
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Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a type of depression related to a change in the seasons. Symptoms start in the fall and continue into the winter months, sapping your energy and making you feel moody.
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So, you’ve gone for a mammogram, as you are aware that having regular screening mammograms is the most effective way to detect breast cancer at an early stage, when it is most likely to be curable. Now, however, you have been called advising you that the radiologist is recommending further assessment. Should you panic?
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