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This year the flu vaccine is available in multiple forms. (Photo: Penn State)

Flu Season

More Options, Reasons to Get a Flu Shot There was a time when there were two choices when it came to flu shots: get vaccinated or not. This year, drug companies are not only offering the vaccine in multiple forms, they are also offering multiple vaccines. “It’s always been pretty
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Mosquitoes don't migrate very far, so just clearing out stagnant water will drastically decrease the likelihood of mosquito bites. (Photo: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)

Bite Me

West Nile Virus Usually Not Cause for Alarm Some people may be holding their breath wondering what recently reported cases of West Nile virus in nearby states mean for enjoying the last few weeks of summer. 2012 was one of the United States’ worst outbreaks of the virus,
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It's important to educate kids about healthy lunch choices. (Photo: Penn State)

School Lunches

How to Pick a Healthy Lunch for Kids With nearly one-third of American children now classified as either overweight or obese, it’s more important than ever to leave the Lunchables on the supermarket shelf and pay attention to what kids are eating for their mid-day meal. Dr.
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