Avert, an international AIDS charity, states that HIV and AIDS prevention proves vital for those who have already become infected with the virus, as well as those who present a risk for infection. While treatment with antiretroviral medications allows people…
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Dyazide is a medication made from combining two other drugs called triamterene and hydrochlorothiazide. These two agents are diuretics, which are drugs that help maintain fluid balance in the body. Extra fluid is eliminated while essential electrolytes like potassium are…
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It’s tough to know how much to encourage and challenge your kids without making it a “pushing and pressuring” negative. I think the best approach is to be a role model, as in, “Hey I’m going to the park to…
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Change is the only constant in our lives. We are empowered to heal ourselves naturally with healthier behaviors, thoughts and choices at anytime. The body strives to sustain homeostasis, or equilibrium between all the systems within the body. Small lifestyle…
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October 19, 2013 Women's Health
Overview The vagina is the opening located directly below the urethral opening. Directly outside of the vaginal opening are the labia minor, the smooth inner lips of the vulva. Outside of the inner lips are the labia majora, the fleshier…
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1. Wear Good Shoes Wear well-fitting shoes that are soft on top, flexible at the ball of the foot and stiff at the heel. Don’t buy shoes that feel like they’ll need breaking in to be comfortable. Make sure you…
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