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Children's Health

What To Do First After Discovering Head Lice

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Lake Oconee Health

Found head lice? Confirm it quickly, start combing right away, choose an effective treatment plan, and prevent reinfestation with focused steps.

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Senior Health

Foster Independence While Aging in Place With These Tips

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Lake Oconee Health

Helping your parent or loved one get ready to age in place demands careful attention to these key details—learn a few tips in this independence guide.

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Healthy Living

Why Waste Management Is Critical for Public Health

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Lake Oconee Health

Proper disposal methods protect communities from disease and pollution. Sanitation services prevent contamination of water sources and improve air quality.

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Health & Wellness

Effective Ways To Manage Spinal Health With Scoliosis

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Lake Oconee Health

Living with scoliosis? Learn four effective ways to manage your spinal health, reduce pain, and improve your overall well-being with our expert tips.

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Independent Living

Optimizing Your Wheelchair for Daily Activities

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Lake Oconee Health

Learn how to improve your wheelchair's fit for better comfort, health, and independence. Get tips on the best seating and wheelchair configurations.

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Workplace Wellness

5 Common Medical Waste Management Mistakes

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Lake Oconee Health

Improper disposal leads to fines and safety hazards. Identify segregation errors and storage issues that threaten healthcare compliance standards.

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Relationships

3 Red Flags That Indicate You Need a New Physician

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Lake Oconee Health

Do you feel unheard or unsafe with your doctor? Don’t ignore the signs. Know when it’s time to seek care from a different provider to protect your well-being.

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Health & Wellness

How Outpatient Procedures Are Changing Healthcare

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Lake Oconee Health

Outpatient procedures are reshaping modern medicine. Let’s take a look at the benefits of minimally invasive tech and the safety challenges involved.

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Health & Wellness

The Transformative Power of Heat Therapy

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Lake Oconee Health

Discover how heat therapy transforms skin, body, and mind by learning the various science-backed benefits of saunas for a conscious lifestyle.

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Health & Wellness

Which Professions Are Most at Risk for Silicosis?

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Lake Oconee Health

Do you work in construction or drywall? Learn which jobs have the highest risk of silicosis and how to protect your lungs from dangerous silica dust.

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