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  • A Young Child Blows Her Nose into a Tissue While Walking Through a Forest.
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    Summer Sniffles Got You Down?

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    If you’re starting off summer with a sniffle, you’re not alone. Our Centra Care physicians are caring for lots of folks feeling under the weather with runny or stuffed-up noses, coughs and other...

  • Little girl swimming in pool
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    Tips to Prevent Swimmer's Ear

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    As we splash into summer, many families enjoy spending more time around water at the pool, lake or beach. And, around this time of year, our Centra Care physicians often treat more cases of otitis...

  • A son feeding his mom a strawberry.
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    Your Summer Safety Essentials

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    Summer adventures often take us away from home for long stretches of time and sometimes into unfamiliar surroundings. Taking a few moments to make sure you’re properly prepared can go a long way in...

  • A woman on her couch and using her tablet
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    Fast Facts on Summer Rashes

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    Don’t let itchy rashes put a damper on your fun this summer. Keep an eye out for common, irritating skin conditions that our Centra Care physicians often treat this time of year — and learn when a...

  • A Mother and Daughter Walk Their Labradoodle on a Country Road.
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    How to Take the Sting Out of Summer

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    Nothing ruins a perfect summer get-together faster than bugs crashing the party. And while bites and stings from common insects such as ants, bees, fleas and mosquitoes are usually harmless, they can...

  • A woman wearing headphones and exercise clothes.
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    Everyday Ailments: Caring for a UTI

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    Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common infections that happen when bacteria get into your urethra, causing uncomfortable symptoms like pain and a burning feeling when you urinate. If you get a UTI...

  • A woman stretching in bed after a good night's sleep.
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    Have a Headache? These Tips Can Help.

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    Almost everyone deals with headaches from time to time, especially when facing stress, anxiety and other common headache triggers. Here’s how to get a head start against the ache, so you can take on...

  • A Mother and Daughter Walk Their Labradoodle on a Country Road.
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    4 Seasonal Allergy Tips to Find Relief

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    Just when cold and flu season seems to be winding down, we start sniffling for a different reason: seasonal allergies. But they don’t have to make your days miserable. Here’s how to find relief with...

  • A woman drinking tea in her kitchen.
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    Is Your Sore Throat Actually Strep?

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    When you’ve got a sore throat, it can be hard to eat, drink and focus until you know why it’s hurting. While viruses are usually to blame, for about 10% of adults — and up to 30% of kids — the culprit...