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What to do if a virus gets you
In the thick of viral season, even the strongest immunity defense can fall short of fighting the flu, COVID-19 and the common cold. Here’s what to do ...
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October 17, 2024
Is it COVID-19, flu or a cold?
When your child comes home with a runny nose or your work colleague begins sneezing, we often beg...
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December 4, 2024
Psychedelic-assisted therapy for depression: What works?
Severe depression affects about one in six people throughout their lifetimes. For some people, de...
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December 10, 2024
Staying active in cold weather: Tips for a healthier lifestyle
Written by Dr. Trevor Call, sports medicine physician at IU Health West
As temperatures drop,...
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Bird flu: Key facts you should know
Bird flu is a virus that has been sweeping across the globe since the most recent outbreak began in 2020. The first Indiana case of 2025 happened at a turkey farm in Jay County along the Ohio border, ...
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How to avoid injury while training for the Mini-Marathon
The IU Health 500 Festival Mini-Marathon is less than three months away. That means, if you haven't already, it's time to start training! Tim Czarnecki is an IU Health physical therapist and running e...
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When to see a cardiologist: Taking control of your heart health
IU Health North Hospital
Written by Dr. Nathan Lambert, medical director of Cardiology at IU Health North and Saxony hospitals
A question I am commonly asked by patients, friends and family is, “When is it appropriate to see...
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What you should know about marijuana use during pregnancy
More than half of Americans currently live in a state where marijuana and cannabis products are legal. Though some people use marijuana for medicinal or homeopathic reasons, it is still illegal in Ind...
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How to walk 10,000 steps a day
With the widespread use of smartwatches that automatically count steps, more people are aware of their daily movement than ever before. Many fitness trackers are programmed with a daily goal of 10,000...