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Ask the Doc: How Can I Protect My Family and Buddies from Ticks?My kids and spouse are outside all the time in the woods by our house on base. I worry about them getting bitten and infected by ticks, and there are a lot of them during the summer months. I need some tips…
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Ask the Doc: How Can I Protect My Family and Buddies from Ticks?
Know your adversary. Female blacklegged ticks (also called deer ticks) are considered more dangerous than males of this species because they attach and become engorged with blood, like the tick pictured.…
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New Report: Oral Health Care for Children and Youth with Developmental DisabilitiesThe American Academy of Pediatrics published “Oral Health Care for Children and Youth With Developmental Disabilities.” This clinical report highlights the oral health needs of children and youth with…
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Blacklegged, or Deer, Ticks Can be Vectors for a Parasitic DiseaseKnow your adversary. Female blacklegged ticks (also called deer ticks) are considered more dangerous than males of this species because they attach and become engorged with blood, like the tick pictured.…
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Change Story: Cheryl R. Campbell
A Message from the Assistant Secretary for Administration. Growing up, my parents taught me a lesson that has guided me throughout my life: you are n
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Many Latinos Face Inequities in Post-Stroke CareAn estimated 795,000 Americans suffer a stroke each year, amounting to one stroke every 40 seconds, according to the Stroke Awareness Foundation. Every 4 minutes, someone dies from a stroke, according to…
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Martha’s Story: Capping Medicare Out-of-Pocket Prescription Drug Costs
I was diagnosed with leukemia in 2019. My leukemia is considered a more aggressive type, but I am very lucky that there are new medications that make
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CUBIST S8E7: Exploring Gender Differences in TBI Outcomes
In this episode of CUBIST, the host discusses a study titled “Gender Disparities in Neurobehavioral Symptoms and the Role of Post-Traumatic Symptoms in US Service Members Following Mild Traumatic Brain Injury”…
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Update to Change Healthcare Cybersecurity Incident FAQ Webpage
On July 19, 2024, Change Healthcare filed a breach report with the HHS Office for Civil Rights (OCR) concerning a ransomware attack that resulted in a
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UpliftWI Going Strong After Launch One Year Ago
UpliftWI Going Strong After Launch One Year Ago In its first year, UpliftWI, Wisconsin’s phone service staffed by people who offer hope and knowledge gained from their experiences living with mental health…
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