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Your Filtration Powerhouse: How to Improve Kidney Health

May 22, 2024

Learning how to improve kidney health is vital for maintaining overall well-being. Your kidneys are crucial in filtering waste and excess fluids from your body, regulating blood pressure, and balancing essential minerals. Despite their importance, many people overlook kidney health until a problem arises. Save Your Spot The Importance of Kidney Function Your kidneys are essential to your overall health, serving as your body’s natural filtration system. These small, bean-shaped organs remove waste products, toxins, and ...

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Does Strep Throat Cause Congestion?

May 16, 2024

We all know the feeling of not being able to breath out of your nose. Congestion can be an extremely frustrating symptom that can disrupt your daily life by making it difficult to sleep and affecting your ability to exercise. Congestion can be caused by a variety of different conditions, making it difficult to self-diagnose. Learn more about whether Strep Throat can lead to congestion so that you can take the necessary steps to get ...

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Should You Seek Medical Care If You Get Bitten By a Tick?

May 16, 2024

During the early spring months, we tend to begin spending more time outdoors compared to the colder winter months. While the warmer weather is ideal for spending time outdoors, the warmer weather during the spring and summer also brings peak tick season. Deer ticks can bite humans and transmit Lyme disease. Learn more about signs that you have been bitten by a deer tick and what steps you should take if you did get bit ...

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Allergic Reactions and Travel: A Guide to Enjoy Your Vacation

May 15, 2024

Managing allergies while traveling is crucial for a safe and enjoyable experience. Allergic reactions can range from mild to severe, requiring preparedness. Researching destination allergens, communicating dietary restrictions, and packing essential medications are vital steps. AFC Centennial CO offers personalized treatment plans and emergency guidance for seasonal allergies, empowering travelers to explore worry-free.

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How Do You Treat Insect Bites and Stings?

May 7, 2024

Understanding how to treat insect bites and stings is essential for anyone spending time outside. In this guide, we’ll cover practical tips for avoiding bites and effective methods for treating them if they occur. Preventing Insect Bites and Stings Adopting preventive measures is key to protecting yourself from insect bites and stings. Here’s how you can minimize your risk: Use Insect Repellent Apply insect repellent that contains 20-30% DEET to exposed skin and ...

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The Role of Occupational Health in Employee Satisfaction

May 1, 2024

The Role of Occupational Health in Employee Satisfaction Occupational health plays a pivotal role in the various dimensions of employee well-being. As companies strive to create a positive work culture and enhance employee satisfaction, the focus on workplace health has gained prominence. Join us on this journey as we discuss the critical role of health at work in shaping the well-being and satisfaction of employees across diverse industries. Save Your Spot Understanding Occupational Health Health at work ...

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Common Symptoms of Spring Allergies and How To Treat Them

April 30, 2024

The arrival of spring is a time of celebration. The cold winter months are behind us, and the days are now longer and becoming warmer every day. During the spring season, plants of all kinds begin to come back to life. Although spring brings many beautiful things, spring also comes with allergies. The most common cause of these allergies is pollen from plants. This article covers common symptoms of allergies you may notice during spring ...

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What is Causing My Sore Throat?

April 21, 2024

We’ve all dealt with sore throats at some point. They usually start mild like having an itch at the back of your throat. However, in some cases, sore throats can continue to progressively intensify and lead to severe discomfort. Whether your sore throat progresses and worsens over time will depend on what is causing you to have a sore throat. Keep reading to learn more about common causes of a sore throat and when ...

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The Importance of Normalizing STD Testing

April 15, 2024

The Importance of Normalizing STD Testing Despite advances in medical knowledge and technology, STDs remain pervasive, presenting a complex challenge for healthcare providers and individuals alike. The stigma surrounding STDs often leads to silence and avoidance, further exacerbating the problem. However, breaking this silence and normalizing discussions about STD testing is crucial in combating the spread of these infections and safeguarding individual and community health. Join us as we shed light on the prevalence of ...

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Should You Use Ice or Heat for Gout Relief?

April 1, 2024

Should You Use Ice or Heat for Gout Relief? Are you wondering if you should use ice or heat for gout relief? Both ice and heat therapies can be utilized for managing pain and inflammation; however, cold therapy is likely the best choice for managing pain and inflammation during a gout flare. Gout, a form of inflammatory arthritis, can cause excruciating pain and discomfort during flare-ups. This condition, characterized by sudden and severe attacks of ...

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