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Perimenopause
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What is perimenopause? Perimenopause is a stage in a woman’s reproductive years. It’s a sign that a woman is getting closer to menopause. Menopause is the time in a woman’s life when…
Pelvic Ultrasound
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Overview A pelvic ultrasound is a procedure that allows your healthcare provider to look at what’s going on inside your pelvis. Your healthcare provider may request the test to diagnose unexplained pain,…
Pelvic Floor Disorders
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What is pelvic floor disorder? A group of muscles and connective tissues make up your “pelvic floor.” When your pelvic floor weakens, it can cause problems. You may have bladder- or bowel-control…
Pancreatic Cancer
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What is pancreatic cancer? Pancreatic cancer is a type of cancer. It affects your pancreas. Your pancreas is an organ. It is located behind your stomach and in front of your spine….
Non-substance Addiction
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What is a non-substance addiction? Most people associate addiction with tobacco, drugs, and alcohol. A non-substance addiction includes things such as gambling, risky sex, food, the internet, mobile devices, and shopping. These…
Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI)
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) is a scan that uses strong magnet and radio waves to see inside your body. It can see your organs, bones and tissue. It creates detailed images of…
Kids and Needles
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Overview No matter how old you are, getting a shot at the healthcare provider’s office is no fun. As adults, we recognize that the benefit is worth the discomfort. For children, though,…
Kids and Bullying
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Overview Bullying is aggressive, unwanted behavior from one person to another. Bullies use their power, such as popularity or physical strength, to repeatedly hurt others in one way or another. Bullying is…
Kidney Infection
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What is a kidney infection? A kidney infection results when bacteria or a virus get into one or both of your kidneys. The medical name for it is pyelonephritis. Your kidneys filter…
Hypothermia
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What is hypothermia? Hypothermia is a medical condition. It occurs when you are exposed to bitter cold for a long time. Normal body temperature is 37°C (98.6°F). You have hypothermia if your…