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Holidays should be filled with happy times when family and friends gather together to celebrate. Unfortunately, holidays can also be fraught with mishaps and illnesses, many of which can be avoided.

Each year, you’re told you need a new flu shot, and there are several good reasons to keep updating these important immunizations. Here, we take a look at all that goes into this essential protection.

You have a medical issue that really can’t wait for an appointment and you’re wondering what your best option is — the nearest emergency room or urgent care center. Here are some points to consider.

Racing, skipping, pounding, fluttering, flip-flopping — these are just a few of the ways heart palpitations are described. And they can occur for perfectly harmless reasons, or they might indicate a serious problem.

Saying that women are more prone to urinary tract infections is an understatement — they outpace men by 30 times. Here’s a look at why there’s such a big gender gap and what women can do to control these infections.

Workplace injuries are all too common, and getting the right help not only ensures you recover more quickly but also that you get the financial assistance you need. Here’s a look at how you should handle work-related injuries.

There are more than 5.25 million reported car accidents each year in the United States, and one of the more common injuries is whiplash. If you’ve been in a car accident and you’re worried about whiplash, read on.

If you haven’t realized this by now, there are a number of differences between men and women, and this extends to health. Here, we look at some health issues that are common in men, perhaps more than you think.

Whenever you get the chance to screen for cancer, it’s an excellent idea to take advantage of the opportunity. For women, this means regular Pap tests, which can help you stay one step ahead of cervical cancer.

If you think that sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) are something you don’t need to worry about, think again. STDs are at all-time highs in the United States, which makes testing a very good idea.

February is American Heart Month in the United States, so we want to focus on this very important area of your health. More specifically, how a simple test called an EKG can change the course of your life.

Your asthma has a way of sneaking up on you and catching you off guard. If you’re well prepared in advance, however, you’ll know exactly what to do. Here’s why an asthma action plan is important.

With flu season in full swing, pneumonia becomes more of a clear and present danger. Here’s a look at who should be concerned and why it’s not too late to prevent either illness from developing.

You’ve injured yourself on the job and you want to take the necessary steps to get the medical attention you need and to have your costs covered. Here, we review what you should do after a work injury.

You’ve been in a car accident and your body is functioning in a state of stress, which means you may not be able to register any damage in your body right away. Well, we can, which is why it makes great sense to see a doctor after a car accident.

There’s much to like about fall, but if you suffer from fall allergies, you may not be welcoming autumn weather with open arms. Fortunately, there are things you can do to reduce your symptoms, like the nine tips we list here.