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Shingles vaccine: Should I get it?
People who are age 50 and older should get this vaccine to prevent shingles.
Belching, gas and bloating: Tips for reducing them
Find out how you can lessen uncomfortable belching, gas and bloating.
Coronavirus: What is it and how can I protect myself?
Coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) is caused by a virus that spreads between people. Find out how to protect yourself and those close to you.
Flu shot: Will it prevent the stomach flu?
The flu shot protects against influenza, which is different from the stomach flu, also called gastroenteritis.
Seasonal allergies: Nip them in the bud
Learn about treatments and tips to manage seasonal allergies.
Alzheimer's prevention: Does it exist?
Alzheimer's prevention: Strategies for staying physically and mentally fit may be most effective.
Acetaminophen and children: Why dose matters
This medicine is an effective pain reliever, but an overdose can happen all too easily. Follow these tips to keep your child safe.
Opioid stewardship: What is it?
Learn about the roles everyone plays in opioid stewardship, safety and overdose.
Mayo Clinic Minute: Will there be a Lyme disease vaccine for humans?
Learn about Lyme disease and a Lyme disease vaccine that's being developed.
Food poisoning: How long can you safely keep leftovers?
Prevent food poisoning with these food safety tips for handling and reheating leftover food.
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