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Flu Myths & Legends: Mayo Clinic Expert Dispels 5 Common Misconceptions

January 28th, 2013 - 2:02 pm

It seems you can’t go anywhere these days without hearing “the flu this” or “the flu that.” Unfortunately, this season’s influenza outbreak is one of the worst in years. And it’s not just the flu virus that’s causing problems; there … Continue reading →

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Coping With Varicose Veins During Spring Break Shorts & Swimsuit Season

March 12th, 2012 - 4:33 pm

With spring break shorts and swimsuit season here, many people are showing off their legs for the first time in months, and for some, that also means deciding what to do about unsightly varicose veins. The bulging purple or blue … Continue reading →