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Alzheimer's Disease Online Health Community and Support Group

Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia among older people. Dementia is a brain disorder that seriously affects a person's ability to carry out daily activities. Through this… [more]

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Whooping Cough Guide

Whooping cough, also known as pertussis, is a respiratory tract infection caused by the Bordetella pertussis bacterium. It is a highly contagious illness that can affect any age group but is most commonly

Atherosclerosis Guide

Atherosclerosis is a condition in which arteries — the vessels that carry blood and oxygen throughout your body — become lined with plaque. This process begins as early as childhood and progresses as we

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Bed Bug Bunkmates Making America Itch

Bed bugs are sweeping the nation! According to a report by the National Pest Management Association, reports of bed bugs are up 57 percent. Bed bugs are tick-like parasites with round, flat bodies that resemble watermelon seeds. Their rusty color comes from their diet—blood. Although they sometimes snack on bats, pets and poultry, their primary diet is human blood. This…

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