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Each July we take the time to try to raise awareness about the danger of Ultraviolet (UV) rays and encourage our patients to take steps to protect their skin and eyes. Here we will learn what UV radiation is, where it comes from, why UV exposure can be harmful, and how to protect yourself from […]
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If you’re a parent, you already know that traveling with a sick child is no fun. There are things you can do to reduce your chances of having an illness ruin your trip. Here are 8 tips for keeping your family healthy on vacation. Prepare for Healthy Travel Check the travel requirements and recommendations for […]
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Skin cancers are by far the most common of all cancers. Melanoma is a type of skin cancer that occurs when melanocytes start to grow out of control. Melanoma accounts for about 1% of skin cancers but causes a large majority of skin cancer deaths. While melanoma is much less common than some other kinds […]
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High blood pressure, or hypertension, affects millions of men and women of all ages. It causes serious health problems and harms your heart. While having a healthy blood pressure is important for everyone, it’s especially important for women, and it’s never too early to start thinking about keeping it in a healthy range. In fact, […]
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You can help your kids prepare mentally, physically, and emotionally for the upcoming school year with healthy and fun summer activities. Learn new ways for kids to be healthy this summer.
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Pregnant or planning a pregnancy? It’s time to think about your blood pressure, even if you’ve never had high blood pressure. About half of pregnancy complications, such as having a preterm baby, are related to high blood pressure. Pregnancy complications also increase your risk of heart disease later in life. But many pregnancy complications can […]
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In Sacramento, air quality can affect our daily lives. The American Lung Association “State of the Air 2024” gives our county an “F” grade and ranks our city as the 7th most polluted in the nation. Summer brings even more smog, wildfire smoke, and air pollution to our area. With shifting wind, conditions can change from […]
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CDC Issues Health Alert The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a health alert on March 28, 2024, warning healthcare providers about a rise in invasive meningococcal disease in the United States. Cases caused by the prevalent strain are disproportionately occurring in people ages 30–60 years (65%), Black or African American people (63%), […]
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Every year, thousands of young children end up in hospital emergency rooms after accidentally ingesting medicine they found left out and within reach. This is a serious concern, and during National Poison Prevention Week, it’s a good time to review some key safety tips. According to statistics, there was a significant increase in emergency department […]