we vs. CMV Cytomegalovirus (CMV)

It’s Never Too Late to Be Proactive Against Cytomegalovirus (CMV)

As there are many steps one could take to fight against CMV, this infection is one that can go unnoticed over time. Many people affected with CMV are asymptomatic. This leaves people unaware that they could potentially have cytomegalovirus or be a carrier. CMV is common as it spreads through one’s body fluids and affects …

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What Triggers Anxiety? - frustrated woman holding her hair

What Triggers Anxiety?

If you live with anxiety, you may be wondering what your triggers are. What is a trigger? Specific situations or actions that lead to feelings of worry or fear are known as anxiety triggers. In more severe situations, triggers can lead to an individual suffering from a panic attack. A panic attack is a sudden …

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What Parents Should Know About This Sleep Disorder

Does your child struggle with falling or staying asleep? Some symptoms of pediatric insomnia may include struggles around going to bed, difficulty falling asleep at bedtime, or problems staying asleep during the night. Children with insomnia may also wake up very early. If your child has insomnia, here are some things you should know. 1. …

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Pediatric Migraines Explained

Does your child suffer from migraines? If so, this blog will be informative to learn about what your child is experiencing. What are migraines? Migraines are an often severe, throbbing type of headache different from other types of headaches. Symptoms other than pain can occur with a migraine headache. Nausea and vomiting, lightheadedness, sensitivity to …

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PTSD Diagnosis

Is PTSD Commonly Misdiagnosed?

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that’s triggered by a terrifying event — either experiencing it or witnessing it. Symptoms may include flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety, as well as uncontrollable thoughts about the event. How is post-traumatic stress disorder diagnosed? To get clinically diagnosed with PTSD, a doctor will likely examine …

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Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)

How Can I Help Someone Who Has Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD)?

What is GAD? Generalized anxiety disorder, also known as GAD, can be defined as severe and ongoing anxiety that interferes with daily activities. GAD can affect people of all ages. Constant overthinking of worst-case scenarios and worrying about situations perceiving them as threatening, can happen to those who have GAD. Symptoms of generalized anxiety disorder …

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Cytomegalovirus (CMV)

All You Need to Know About Cytomegalovirus

What is Cytomegalovirus? It is a common virus, also referred to as CMV, that can infect people of all ages. Cytomegalovirus can be easily spread through an infected person’s saliva or other bodily fluids. Infection can spread through direct contact with saliva or bodily fluid, through sexual contact, breast milk to nursing infants, or through …

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Do You Have Acid Reflux?

Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD) If you experience a burning discomfort in the chest during or after eating, you may have acid reflux. Acid reflux is a chronic digestive disease that occurs when stomach acid or bile flows into the food pipe and irritates the lining. Acid reflux is also referred to as gastroesophageal reflux disease …

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