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Nasal COVID-19 vaccines help the body prepare for infection right where it starts – in your nose and throat

May 27, 2022 02:02PM ● By Editor

By Mayuresh Abhyankar, Associate Professor of Infectious Diseases and International Health, University of Virginia via The Conversation • May 26, 2022

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The real COVID surge is (much) bigger than it looks. But don't panic

May 27, 2022 05:49AM ● By Editor

Maciej Boni, a professor of biology at Penn State's Center for Infectious Disease Dynamics, predicts a much more dangerous surge is coming in the fall and winter. That's when he thinks health officials should start to ramp "the new set of measures that's likely going to be required to get case numbers down." By Selena Simmons-Duffin from National Public Radio News • May 27, 2022

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Thunder Bay leads Ontario in opioid deaths per capita. Here's how 2 organizations handle the crisis

May 22, 2022 06:43AM ● By Editor

The district had highest opioid 2021 death total per capita of all health units in Ontario. By Logan Turner · CBC News · May 18, 2022

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4 Springtime Skin Care Tips

May 19, 2022 10:14AM ● By Editor

Spring brings sunshine and plenty of exciting opportunities to head outdoors for fun with family and friends. While those joyous moments make the season special, all that sun exposure can wreak havoc on the skin without the proper precautions. From Boreal Community Media • May 19, 2022

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6 Ways Your Dog Can Help Improve Your Mental Health

May 19, 2022 10:06AM ● By Editor

Dogs can provide a sense of comfort for their pet parents, and spending time together can help create a strong bond, reduce stress and positively impact mental health. From Boreal Community Media • May 19, 2022

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Topic of the Month: Show your liver some love

May 05, 2022 02:25PM ● By Editor

The largest solid organ in our bodies, our livers play an equally large role in maintaining our health. From Sawtooth Mountain Clinic and Cook County Public Health and Human Services • May 5, 2022

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Video: St. Luke's expert: 2021-22 flu season was "below normal"

May 03, 2022 05:37AM ● By Editor

Going into the 2021-22 flu season, Dr. Andrew Thompson said he had no idea what to expect. He expects we are at the end of flu concerns and likely won't have to worry much until next fall. From WDIO-TV • May 2, 2022

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It's time to screen all kids for anxiety, physicians' task force recommends

Apr 18, 2022 06:01AM ● By Editor

The task force also recommends that kids 12 and older continue to be screened for depression, a recommendation that's been in place since 2016. By Rhitu Chatterjee from National Public Radio News • April 18, 2022

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Video: Common cold and flu cases rise as local COVID restrictions are dropped

Apr 16, 2022 05:10AM ● By Editor

The common cold and flu are making a comeback after COVID-19 stole the spotlight. By Brittney Ermon from KSTP-TV • April 15, 2022

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With spring season comes return of tick concerns

Mar 24, 2022 06:19AM ● By Editor

The potentially deadly Heartland virus is a type of virus called a Banda virus, and it’s relatively new, according to Mayo Clinic. By Rebecca Omastiak from KSTP-TV • March 23, 2022

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