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Herd immunity and COVID-19: What you need to know
To protect groups of people over time, it helps to know what level of recovery or vaccination in a population makes it hard for a germ to spread.
Safety tips for attending school during COVID-19
Consider prevention strategies that you and your child's school can follow to help protect your child from the COVID-19 virus.
COVID-19, cold, allergies and the flu: What are the differences?
Knowing if you have COVID-19, a cold, the flu or seasonal allergies isn't easy. Find out about the differences between these illnesses.
Sun damage
See photos of common skin conditions that are caused by too much time in the sun.
Iron deficiency in children: Prevention tips for parents
Learn how much of this key mineral your child needs and what the health risks of not getting enough are.
Asthma inhalers: Which one's right for you?
With so many options, choosing an asthma inhaler can be confusing. Use this helpful guide to find the one that works best for you.
Long COVID: Lasting effects of COVID-19
COVID-19 can have lasting symptoms that affect many parts of the body. Learn more about the symptoms and effects of long COVID.
Guide to different tick species and the diseases they carry
Learn about different tick species and some of the diseases they may carry.
Asthma: Limit asthma attacks caused by colds or flu
If you have asthma, find out how to keep your sneeze from turning into a wheeze due to colds or flu.
Thermometers: Understand the options
Thermometers come in a variety of styles. Find out the pros and cons of different types of thermometers.
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