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Family Medicine
What’s the Placebo Effect?
Is “mind over matter” possible? When it comes to the placebo effect, it can be. Research suggests your mind can be as powerful in some cases as the treatment itself.
What Happens When a Mosquito Bite Gets Infected?
You forgot the bug spray and then scratched a little too hard after getting bit by a pesky mosquito. Now, you’re paying the price. Learn the signs of infected mosquito bites and what to do about them.
How Safe Is That TikTok Health Trend?
Experienced medical professionals weigh in on some of the most popular TikTok trends, debunking the bad ones and giving you the green light to try the safe ones.
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What Is a Primary Care Provider?
A primary care provider is often your first stop for care. Working with a team, PCPs provide you and your family with comprehensive, continuous and compassionate care.
Can Deodorant Cause Breast Cancer?
Although most deodorants and antiperspirants contain chemical toxins, there is no known link between these chemicals and breast cancer.
Do You Really Lose Most of Your Body’s Heat Through Your Head?
Mom always said to wear a hat when it’s cold because you lose half of your body heat through your head. Was she right?
The Best Diets for Eczema
If you have a skin condition like eczema, keep symptoms in check by avoiding foods that trigger symptoms, and embracing an anti-inflammatory diet
How Stress Causes Eczema
When you’re under a lot of stress, this can trigger an eczema outbreak. Here are 6 ways to reduce stress and keep your eczema in check.
What is a Normal Body Temperature?
What’s a “normal” human body temperature? That’s a little more complicated than you might think. A family medicine physician explains what can cause temperature fluctuations, and when they’re cause for concern.
