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Health and Wellness | April 9, 2025

How Do You Treat Insect Bites and Stings?

Insect bites and stings are usually harmless. But some can be serious and require medical care. Learn the signs and symptoms.
Health and Wellness | April 9, 2025

How Are Pets Good for Your Health?

Studies show pets can improve your health. They encourage you to exercise and help reduce high blood pressure, stress and more.
Health and Wellness | March 13, 2025

What Are The Causes of Anal Itching?

Anal itching may be due to not wiping right, something you ate or something more serious. Learn what causes anal itching and treatments.
Health and Wellness | March 5, 2025

How to Choose Over-the-Counter Pain Medicine

A young man reads the label of a over the counter pain medicine at a pharmacy.
Understand the differences between acetaminophen and NSAIDs to choose the right over-the-counter pain medication.
Health and Wellness | March 4, 2025

Coping With San Diego’s Year-Round Allergy Season

A young man sneezes, coping with San Diego's year-round allergy season. In the photo there's a tree blooming with spring flowers.
Allergy season is year-round in San Diego. Follow offers tips to manage allergy symptoms and prevent health problems.
Health and Wellness | March 3, 2025

Why Is The Measles Vaccine So Important?

A measles vaccinated preschooler massages his arm.
Measles, once thought to have been eradicated, is now back, due largely to people not vaccinating. The MMR vaccine is highly effective.
Health and Wellness | February 21, 2025

How to Explain Where Babies Come From to Young Children

Two parrots look like they're kissing; illustration for article on birds and bees and how to explain to kids where babies come from.
Young kids are curious about their bodies. Be ready to answer questions like where babies come from in clear, age-appropriate language.
Health and Wellness | February 7, 2025

What Are Some Home Remedies for Bruises?

Bruises usually heal in a short time. Learn what causes bruising, why home remedies work and when to seek medical help.
Health and Wellness | February 7, 2025

What Is Norovirus? What Are Causes and Symptoms?

A tired looking woman with norovirus symptoms sits at home.
Norovirus causes vomiting and diarrhea and other symptoms and is highly contagious. Some people are at higher risk for complications.
Health and Wellness | January 21, 2025

How Long Are You Contagious After Being Sick?

A woman with a contagious illness isolates at home with medicines to prevent spread of illness.
If you’re sick with a contagious illness like a cold, flu, or COVID, stay home and keep your distance. Learn how long you’re contagious.