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Why isn’t this wound healing?
Learn what makes a chronic wound different—and often more difficult to treat—than one that heals nor...

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As a parent, what should I stock in my medicine cabinet for my kids?
Medicine cabinet must-haves for kids include bandages, antibiotic ointment and wound cleanser; medic...

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What is the risk associated with deep brain stimulation?
There can be different risks associated with deep brain stimulation including infection, bleeding, s...

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What is the best way to clean produce bought from the supermarket?
The best way to wash produce depends on the fruit or veggie. Watch this video featuring registered d...

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How does spf work on my skin?
SPF helps protect your skin from the sun's harmful rays—as long as you use it every day, says dermat...

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How do you define a traumatic event?
The word trauma is often used very loosely. In this video, HealthMaker Jamie Howard, PhD, a clinical...

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What does it mean to develop a "healthy narrative?"
A healthy narrative is an explanation of what happened in a traumatic event, explains HealthMaker Ja...

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Can a sunburn be prevented?
Sunburn is 100% preventable. In this video, dermatologist Dr. Ellen Marmur shares advice on protecti...

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Are any sunscreens really waterproof?
There's no such thing as a totally waterproof sunscreen—which is why you'll no longer see that term ...

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Does a higher spf provide more sun protection?
When it comes to the SPF level in sunscreen, a higher number doesn't always mean better protection. ...