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Poinsettia plants: Are they poisonous?
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- Written by Jay L. Hoecker, M.D. Jay L. Hoecker, M.D.
- Published: 04 December 2017 04 December 2017
Yuma, Arizona - Poinsettia plants are less toxic than once believed.
Does your child have a sore throat?
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- Written by Deborah Balzer Deborah Balzer
- Published: 04 December 2017 04 December 2017
Scottsdale, Arizona - Is your child complaining of a dry and itchy throat? He or she may have a sore throat caused by a viral infection.
What do you know about the common cold?
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- Written by Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic
- Published: 26 November 2017 26 November 2017
Scottsdale, Arizona - The common cold is a viral infection of your nose and throat (upper respiratory tract). It's usually harmless, although it might not feel that way. Many types of viruses can cause a common cold.
The main course of advance care planning
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- Written by Dana Sparks Dana Sparks
- Published: 27 November 2017 27 November 2017
Rochester, Minnesota - When we say “Let's talk turkey,” it isn’t about how to prepare the meat, but rather, how to use the holidays as a time to start talking to your provider and family members about your end-of-life wishes.
Tips for long-distance caregivers
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- Written by Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic
- Published: 26 November 2017 26 November 2017
Scottsdale, Arizona - If you live an hour or more away from a loved one who needs care, you might wonder what you can do to help. Start by understanding options for long-distance caregiving, ranging from coordinating services to providing respite for a primary caregiver.