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  • A Mother Looks Over a First Aid Kit with Her Daughter on the Kitchen Table.
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    How to Pack a “Go Bag” for the Emergency Room

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    It’s always good to be prepared since accidents and unexpected illnesses can happen at any time. Having an emergency “go bag” can help you be prepared and ready for any scenario. Here’s what you need...

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    8 Things AdventHealth Emergency Room Physicians Wish Parents Knew

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    Our docs weigh in on common injuries, their causes, and measures you can take to keep your children safe.

  • A doctor using a machine to assist in surgery
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    Healing From Hernias Faster with Robotic Surgery

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    Surgeons can use the robotic system to repair a hernia, allowing for smaller incisions, less pain and a faster recovery.

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    Baltimore Orioles’ Trey Mancini Returns to Field After Colon Cancer Battle

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    After his struggle with colon cancer, Trey Mancini is back on the field. Here’s what to know about this diagnosis and its warning signs.

  • A mother at the doctor's office with her daughter.
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    Sick or Injured? Here's Where to Go

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    When an unexpected medical condition crops up, it's easy to panic. Although you never want to think about the worst that can happen, it's always a good idea to know where to go if something happens to...

  • A mother and daughter smiling while outdoors.
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    It’s Not Your Imagination — Here’s Why Colder Weather Brings Illness

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    Experts at AdventHealth explain the differences between the main types of winter illnesses and what to do if you suspect one.

  • A woman laying in bed with the flu, water and medicine on her nightstand.
    Health Care

    Flu Fact or Fiction?

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    Flu season is upon us and there are many rumors circulating about the flu vaccine, including that the vaccine can actually cause this flu. This, and other flu myths, are discussed here.

  • Mother and daughter preparing food.
    Health Care

    Tropical Storms vs. Hurricanes and How to Best Prepare

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    Whether you expect a tropical storm or a hurricane, you’ll want to prepare the same way. Learn more about the differences between the two storms.

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    Debunking 4 Myths About Getting ER Care Right Now

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    In a medical emergency, it’s essential to go to the ER. We’re debunking four myths about ER care so you know it’s safe to get help fast.