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Scabies

Scabies is an infestation of the skin caused by a microscopic species of parasitic mite.  Also known as the human itch mite, Sarcoptes scabiei var.

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Home Births vs. Hospital Births

Throughout the 1900s, hospital births became the norm in the United States. Women have rallied for access to hospitals and birth centers in the not-so-distant

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Coronavirus

Update: Numbers of positive cases have increased in the United States.  Please click over to the CDC website for more information. Keep away from crowds,

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Eczema

What is eczema?  Eczema, or atopic dermatitis (AD), is a noncontagious skin condition that causes itchy, red, and dry skin.  Children with atopic dermatitis go through

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Anxiety Disorders

Cases of anxiety seem to be on the rise in the United States. Many of us are self-diagnosing ourselves with anxiety disorders. However, merely feeling

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Iodine

Iodine is a vital nutrient responsible for metabolism, hormone regulation, and brain and heart health. We need iodine to help us to create thyroid hormones

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Penile Adhesion

A penile adhesion occurs when the shaft skin of the penis sticks or adheres to the head of the penis, also known as the glans.

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Mastitis

Mastitis describes inflammation of the breast due to a clogged duct or infection.  It is more common in mothers who are stressed, go long intervals

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Fevers

Firstly, fevers usually go away within three days and are a good indication of a healthy immune response to a possible infection.  If your kid

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Using Breast Milk for Eye Infections

You may be aware of a rumor suggesting that squirting a small amount of breast milk into your infant’s eye can cure eye infections. Following

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