While hearing loss is commonly associated with older adults, the reality is that many children struggle with an ability to hear, too. Nearly 15 percent of children between the ages of six and 19 have some degree of hearing loss in at least one ear -- but being fitted with a hearing aid can immensely help the child. The hearing loss can be minor enough that your child doesn't detect it – or perhaps your child just doesn't want to feel different than his or her peers.
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If you spend a lot of time on your feet, you are overweight or you are a runner, then you are at an increased risk of developing plantar fasciitis. Your plantar fascia is the long tendon that runs from the heel of your foot to the beginning of your toes. Anything that puts too much stress on this tendon, such as excessive weight or too much stress, can cause the tendon to tear, stretch or become inflamed.
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Gum disease is caused by the accumulation of plaque and bacteria underneath your gum line. When the plaque hardens it turns into tartar and this leads to an extreme form of gum disease like periodontal disease. While periodontal disease is an extreme form of gum disease, gingivitis is a milder form that can easily develop in children. An early sign of gingivitis is bleeding around the gum line when your child brushes their teeth.
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Does the winter season have you feeling under the weather? Are you debating whether to make an appointment with your usual doctor or go sit for hours in your local emergency room? Fortunately for you, there is a third option that you may not have considered. Your local urgent care center may be just the place for you. Here are some reasons why you should consider them:
Shorter wait: When you make an appointment with your doctor, it could be days before he or she has an open slot.
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Lots of things can affect your child's health–sugary snacks or drinks, dangerous outdoor activities, the local bug going around, and even the weather for those with seasonal allergies–but did you know that the amount of stress you carried while pregnant can adversely affect their general health and well-being as well? If you're curious exactly what problems can come as a result of you being overly stressed during those nine months of pregnancy, then here's what you need to know.
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