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All About Carbon Monoxide Poisoning

March 21, 2010 by Sara Holbek

What is carbon monoxide?


Carbon monoxide, or CO, is an odorless, colorless gas that can cause sudden illness and death.

Hemophilia (bleeding disorder) Causes, Diagnosis, Treatment

March 13, 2010 by Sara Holbek

Hemophilia is an inherited bleeding disorder in which the blood does not clot properly. Blood contains many proteins called clotting factors that help to stop bleeding.

Reduce Your Risk of Salmonella from Eggs

August 18, 2010 by Sara Holbek

A bacterium, Salmonella Enteritidis, can be on both the outside and inside of eggs that appear to be normal, and if the eggs are eaten raw or undercooked, the bacterium can cause illness.

Learn More About Shingles

August 3, 2010 by Sara Holbek

Almost one out of three people in America will develop shingles during their lifetime. If you are age 60 years or older, get vaccinated to reduce your risk of developing the often painful disease.

Avoid Recreational Water Illnesses (RWIs)

August 3, 2010 by Sara Holbek

Recreational water illnesses (RWIs) are caused by germs spread by swallowing, breathing in mists or aerosols from, or having contact with contaminated recreational water.

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