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Injuries and Wounds

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Insect Bites and Stings

You swat a bug off, but now you have an itchy bump. Was it a mosquito, a flea, a tick? Learn how to prevent, identify, and treat bug bites and stings.
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Intimate Partner Violence

Intimate partner violence (IPV) is abuse that happens in a romantic relationship. It is also called domestic violence. Learn the signs and how to get help.
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Jaw Injuries and Disorders

The types of jaw injuries and disorders that can cause problems are dislocations, fractures, misaligned teeth, and more. Learn about them here.
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Knee Injuries and Disorders

Knee injuries and knee disorders can cause pain, swelling and stiffness. Knee problems can be affected by rheumatic diseases and cartilage damage.
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Leg Injuries and Disorders

Leg injuries and leg disorders can affect the whole leg or just one part. Read about common leg injuries such as sprains, strains, and fractures.
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Mosquito Bites

Mosquitoes can be more than just annoying; sometimes they spread diseases. Learn about the diseases and how to protect yourself from mosquito bites.
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Neck Injuries and Disorders

Neck pain is very common and can happen for many reasons, such as overuse, muscle strain, or whiplash. Learn how to relieve neck pain.
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Radiation Exposure

Radiation exposure to even small amounts over a long time, raises your risk of cancer. A lot over a short time, causes burns or radiation sickness.
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Rotator Cuff Injuries

The rotator cuff is made up of muscles and tendons in your shoulder area. Tendinitis, bursitis, and tears are common problems with the rotator cuff.
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Sexual Assault

Sexual assault is any kind of sexual activity, contact, or experience that happens without your consent. It is never the victim's fault. Learn more.
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Shoulder Injuries and Disorders

Your shoulders can be affected by injuries such as sprains, strains and rotator cuff tear. Learn how to treat and prevent shoulder pain and injury.
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Spider Bites

Spider bites generally garner a reaction similar to that of a bee sting, including redness, pain and swelling. Find tips on how to treat spider bites
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