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Questions and Answers Woman grabbing Himalayan salt grinder off store shelf

You asked, we answered: Is pink Himalayan salt healthier than table salt?
Question: Is pink Himalayan salt healthier than table salt? Answered by Rebecca Beaudoin, R-DN, LMNT, nutrition therapist.
Conditions and Services Close up of mother looking at child's stomach with chickenpox

Chickenpox (Varicella) symptoms, diagnosis and treatment
Chickenpox, or varicella-zoster virus (VZV), is a highly contagious infection. Children aren’t the only people who can get the virus.
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What you need to know about this year's COVID vaccine
The FDA has approved updated COVID-19 vaccines for the 2025-2026 season. The new guidelines have created some confusion. Below, we explain how to get a COVID vaccine.
Conditions and Services Boy with red cheeks

What parents should know about fifth disease
If your child suddenly has red cheeks, you might think they spent too much time outside. That bright red rash may actually be a sign of fifth disease, also called “slapped cheek syndrome.”
Healthy Lifestyle Man drinking from a plastic water bottle

You asked, we answered: Can microplastics harm your health?
Question: Should I avoid K-Cups and plastic containers due to potential microplastic dangers? Answer from registered dietitian Rebecca Beaudoin, RDN.
Healthy Lifestyle Teen sitting on couch, vaping

9 signs your teen may be vaping
If you have young children or teens, it’s probably crossed your mind. Is my child vaping and how do I know?
Conditions and Services Saliva collection tube

Genetic Insights Project now offers at-home sample collection option
There are now two ways to participate in the Genetic Insights Project: A blood draw in a lab or a new at-home saliva kit.
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3 ways to boost energy without caffeine
Caffeine is a part of most adults’ lives. While caffeine can help you wake up or stay awake, it does come with some downsides.
Questions and Answers Close up of doctor showing x-ray of hand to patient

You asked, we answered: How do I know if I need an X-ray?
Question: I’m not sure if I have a sprain, fracture or broken bone. How do I know if I need an X-ray? Answered by advanced practice registered nurse Amanda Impelluso, APRN.
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Spring into sports physicals
Spring is the perfect time to set appointments for school and sports physicals. Annual physicals are a crucial way to assess your child’s overall health.
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