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Asthma – Controller and Quick-Relief Medicine
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 asthma? Asthma is a chronic, or long-term, disease of the lungs. It can cause your airways (the air passages of your lungs) to become inflamed and narrow, making it harder…
Asthma – Dust Mites in the Home
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. What are dust mites? Dust mites are tiny bugs that live in your home. They measure about 1/100th of an inch in length. That is smaller than the period at the end…
Asthma – How to Use A Metered Dose Inhaler (MDI)
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. A metered-dose inhaler is a small, hand-held device filled with medicine. It helps deliver a certain amount of medicine through your mouth and into your lungs. It is commonly used to treat…
Asthma – Medicines That Can Make It Worse
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Certain medicines might make your asthma worse. Not all people who have asthma experience problems when taking these medicines. However, if you have asthma, it’s important to know about medicines that might…
Asthma Action Plan
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 an asthma action plan? Ask your healthcare provider for written directions about how to prevent and treat asthma attacks at home. These written instructions are called your “asthma action plan.”…
Asthma And Your Child
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. How do I know if my child has asthma? Your child may have asthma if he or she wheezes, has a frequent intermittent cough and has trouble breathing. These symptoms may worsen…
Atherosclerosis
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is atherosclerosis? Atherosclerosis causes plaque to collect in your arteries. (Plaque is made of fat, cholesterol, calcium, and other things naturally found in your blood. Arteries are blood vessels that…
Athletes – The Importance of Good Hydration
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Whether you’re a serious athlete or a recreational exerciser, it’s important to make sure you get the right amount of water before, during, and after exercise. Water regulates your body temperature and…
Atrial Fibrillation
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 atrial fibrillation? Atrial fibrillation (pronounced: ay-tree-all fib-rill-ay-shun) is an irregular heartbeat that is typically very fast. Your heart has 4 compartments called chambers. The top 2 chambers are called the…
Attention-Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is ADHD? Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is the name of a group of behaviors found in many children and adults. People who have ADHD have trouble paying attention in school,…
Autism (Autism Spectrum Disorder)
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is autism? Autism is a developmental brain disorder. It affects your social, behavioral, and communication skills. People who have autism start showing signs at an early age. The degree of…
Baby’s First Steps
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. There are many milestones in a baby’s first year. The most exciting may be baby’s first steps. On average, babies take their first steps around the time of their first birthday. The…
Back Pain During Pregnancy
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Low back pain is a common reason for healthcare provider visits. Most women who are pregnant have some degree of back pain. Women who had prior back pain or are overweight are…
Backpack Safety
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. Kids carry a lot in their backpacks: homework, books, lunch, jackets, sports equipment … The list goes on and on. And while your child’s backpack may be big enough to tote all…
Bacterial Vaginosis
If you are having any symptoms or have any questions, please call 811 to speak with a registered nurse 24 hours a day. OVERVIEW What is bacterial vaginosis? Bacterial vaginosis is a mild infection in the vagina caused by a type of bacteria (germ). The vagina normally contains a lot of “good” bacteria, called lactobacilli. …