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    Health Care

    What Are Heart Palpitations and What Causes Them

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    When your heart flutters or skips beats, it can be scary. But heart palpitations are common — and usually harmless. Learn more in our latest blog.

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    How to Recognize and Respond to a High Blood Pressure Emergency

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    We’re here with information to help you recognize symptoms and respond appropriately should a high blood pressure emergency impact you or someone you love.

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    Health Care

    When Is Your Stomach Pain Something More?

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    Is your stomach ache something more than just abdominal pain caused by stress or bad food? We look at common culprits for discomfort, and when you should see your doctor.

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    Health Care

    Seeing the Signs of Stroke

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    Vision disturbances can be the first warning of a stroke. Keep your eyes open to these key symptoms.

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    Health Care

    Heat Emergencies: When to Go to the ER

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    Learn the symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke, and when to go to the ER

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    Health Care

    Your ER Experience: What to Expect at Every Step

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    Be prepared for the unexpected by knowing what to expect in the emergency room. Read what each step of your visit will be like and what you'll need to bring.

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    Public Health

    Do Microplastics Increase the Risk of Cancer and Other Diseases?

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    Learn about microplastics and why scientists are concerned about their health risks.

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    Health Care

    What to Know About Colorectal Cancer

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    Learn how to prevent colorectal cancer or catch it early before it can cause serious troubles. AdventHealth experts share information and insights.

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    How “Springing Forward” Affects Your Mental Health

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    Each spring, many regions will “spring forward” to start daylight saving time. We’re here to explain how this adjustment affects our health and offer tips to ease the transition.