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Know the Difference Between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes

If you’ve been diagnosed with diabetes, understanding the condition can help you manage it. Type 1 and type 2 diabetes have a lot in common, but the differences are important.

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Antibiotics vs. Antivirals: Which Do You Need?

Do you know when to use antiviral medications for an illness, such as the flu?

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6 Questions Organ Transplant Recipients May Have About COVID-19

COVID-19 still poses a serious threat to people who’ve had an organ transplant.

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What's Causing More Young Adults to Have Strokes Now?

Here’s how COVID-19 may be increasing stroke risk in young adults.

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Lung Transplant After COVID-19: What Patients Need to Know

For people with severe COVID-19, sometimes the only life-saving option is a lung transplant. Learn more from Dr. Patrick Mulhall who has seen firsthand the difference a lung transplant can make.

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Why Hispanic and Latino Families May Be Wary About the COVID-19 Vaccine

Many families in the Latino and Hispanic communities have been personally affected by COVID-19. Dr. Natalia Ortiz-Torrent addresses common questions from families in the LatinX community who are still hesitant to get vaccinated.

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COVID-19 Vaccine for Kids Ages 12 to 15: What You Need to Know

The COVID vaccine is now available for children ages 12–15. What does that mean for parents who still have questions? Temple pediatrician David Fleece, MD, explains.

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The Science Behind the COVID-19 Vaccines

The COVID-19 vaccines were developed historically fast — less than 1 year from start to finish! But the fast timeline has raised questions about whether the vaccines are safe and if they were tested long enough. Researcher Glenn Rall, PhD, explains the science.

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Is It Safe to Go to the Doctor?

Worried about visiting your doctor? These 7 tips will help you catch up on important care and screenings while keeping you as safe as possible.

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What Do I Need to Know About Getting the COVID-19 Vaccine?

The COVID-19 vaccine means hope that there are brighter days ahead. Dr. Heather Clauss answers some common questions about getting the vaccine, including what side effects they may cause.

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