A healthy living blog from Marshfield Clinic Health System
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Ticks of Wisconsin: Types, tick season, illnesses and more
Read more: Ticks of Wisconsin: Types, tick season, illnesses and moreTick-borne illnesses such as Lyme disease, anaplasmosis and babesiosis are becoming more common across Wisconsin as the population of ticks like…
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Wisconsin bug bites and bee stings: Prevention and treatment
Read more: Wisconsin bug bites and bee stings: Prevention and treatmentMost bug bites and stings don’t cause long-term harm, but they may cause significant discomfort in the…
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Is DEET safe? Health risks of bug spray’s active ingredient
Read more: Is DEET safe? Health risks of bug spray’s active ingredientRest assured, DEET is safe for most people. Reactions typically involve improper use. “People that have swallowed…
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Wound VACs offer treatment option for complex wounds
Read more: Wound VACs offer treatment option for complex woundsWound VACs or “vacuum assisted closures” are ideal for helping complex wounds heal after surgery or injury.…
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Hemorrhoids self-care, and when to see a doctor
Read more: Hemorrhoids self-care, and when to see a doctorHemorrhoids are bundles of blood vessels all humans have in the anal area. While you can treat…
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Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery (MIGS): Reducing recovery time with less pain
Read more: Minimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery (MIGS): Reducing recovery time with less painMinimally Invasive Gynecological Surgery (MIGS) is a modern way to treat various gynecological conditions with less disruption…
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What’s a hernia, and how soon should you seek care?
Read more: What’s a hernia, and how soon should you seek care?A hernia develops when part of an internal organ or body part protrudes through an opening into…
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Living with multiple sclerosis
Read more: Living with multiple sclerosisIt’s estimated that at least 1 million people are living with multiple sclerosis (MS) in the United…
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Can low vitamin D levels cause heart problems?
Read more: Can low vitamin D levels cause heart problems?Vitamin D is important for our overall health, especially for mental health and building strong bones. Research…