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What to Do After a Type 2 Diabetes Diagnosis
Following a diabetes diagnosis, your doctor is likely going to encourage you to make smart lifestyle changes. You’ll be urged to choose healthier foods and becoming more physically active. You might have to regularly monitor your blood glucose, as...
Signs of Anaphylaxis: How to Spot it & What to Do
Anaphylaxis is a potentially severe or life-threatening allergic reaction. Symptoms can occur very soon after exposure to an allergen and are actually a product of your immune system’s response to the allergen, rather than the allergen itself....
How to Tell the Difference Between Allergies and a Cold
If you live in Texas, you only have to walk outside to know that allergy season has begun. Green and yellow tree pollen and ragweed have coated almost everything in sight. If you're feeling symptoms like itchy eyes or a runny nose, you might be...
Top 3 Misconceptions About the Flu Vaccine
For those of you unlucky enough to have suffered from the flu in the past, you know how terrible it can be. While it may only span a few days for some, complications like bacterial infections can cause serious symptoms to linger for weeks. Chances...
How to Choose an Obstetrician
An obstetrician (OB) specializes in providing medical care before, during and after childbirth. Although you may not see your specific OB for every prenatal visit, it’s important to find one you’re comfortable with. This can alleviate any anxiety...