Health & Wellness

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Healthy Living

Long COVID patients need connection and social support

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Editorial Team

The COVID-19 pandemic has had more impact on the world than could have been imagined. One unexpected impact is the ...

Most Common Hereditary Diseases
Health & Wellness

Most Common Hereditary Diseases

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Lake Oconee Health

DNA is a complex and interesting thing. Some of the information in our genes presents itself openly—in the color of ...

Recommended Times for Clamping the Cord After Birth
Children's Health

Recommended Times for Clamping the Cord After Birth

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Lake Oconee Health

Should you cut the umbilical cord immediately, or wait so the baby gets more nutrients? These are the recommended times for clamping the cord after birth.

Ways To Improve Public Health in the Community
Healthy Living

Ways To Improve Public Health in the Community

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Lake Oconee Health

Once we can put COVID-19 behind us, make an effort to improve and encourage your community with these different ways to improve public health in the community.

Dos and Don’ts After Breast Surgery: Post-Surgical Advice
Women's Health

Dos and Don’ts After Breast Surgery: Post-Surgical Advice

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Lake Oconee Health

Preparing for life after breast surgery can be overwhelming. In this blog, we’ll share our advice on critical rules to follow to help you heal.

Treatment Options for Nearsightedness
Vision Care

Treatment Options for Nearsightedness

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Lake Oconee Health

If you are diagnosed with nearsightedness, you’ll want to understand your treatment options. Discover the most popular methods for correcting this condition.

Children's Health

Back to Learning: Tips to Avoid a Heavy Load

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Editorial Team

The classroom environment changed tremendously throughout the pandemic, with many children studying at home full- or part-time. This meant additional ...

What You Should Know About PFAS
Healthy Living

What You Should Know About PFAS

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Lake Oconee Health

What you should know about PFAS is that you should avoid it. PFAS is a group of man-made chemicals that can cause a slew of health problems.

Children's Health

Kids and the COVID Vaccine: What Should a Parent Know?

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Editorial Team

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has granted an Emergency Use Authorization allowing adolescents ages 12-15 to get the COVID ...

Senior Health

Staying Fit in Retirement Can Also Reduce Health Care Costs

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Editorial Team

It’s no secret that staying physically active supports overall well-being, especially for older adults. From reducing risks of certain conditions ...