A healthy living blog from Marshfield Clinic Health System
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Help protect against human papillomavirus with the HPV vaccine
Read more: Help protect against human papillomavirus with the HPV vaccineHuman papillomavirus (HPV), an infection that affects about one in four people, is responsible for about 37,000 new…
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Causes of cervical cancer, plus keys to prevention
Read more: Causes of cervical cancer, plus keys to preventionFor years, many thought there were many causes of cervical cancer. However, as researchers continue to compile…
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Prevent hypothermia, heart attacks in cold weather
Read more: Prevent hypothermia, heart attacks in cold weatherWalking, shoveling snow and outdoor sports are a normal part of winter for Midwesterners. As you stay…
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Dangers of shoveling snow: Heart attacks and back pain
Read more: Dangers of shoveling snow: Heart attacks and back painWhile snow shoveling is a great way to get in an old-fashioned work out (since it HAS…
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Pediatric sedation: Keeping your child calm during a procedure
Read more: Pediatric sedation: Keeping your child calm during a procedureSometimes children need medical procedures that are long, uncomfortable or require them to stay still. Pediatric sedation…
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Pediatric trauma centers: 3 things to know
Read more: Pediatric trauma centers: 3 things to knowPediatric trauma centers play a crucial role in ensuring the well-being of children who have experienced severe…
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Pediatric nephrology provides kidney care for children
Read more: Pediatric nephrology provides kidney care for childrenPediatric nephrology is a specialty that provides kidney care for children. Nephrologists focus on the diagnosis and…
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How do you pick a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)?
Read more: How do you pick a neonatal intensive care unit (NICU)?Neonatal Intensive Care Units (NICUs) provide specialized care to premature or ill newborn babies. Marshfield Children’s Hospital’s…
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Heimlich maneuver: First aid for choking on food
Read more: Heimlich maneuver: First aid for choking on foodChildren younger than five are at the greatest risk of choking on food, but it can happen…