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Parent checking child’s temperature at home to monitor fever and night sweats.

Night Sweats and Fever: When to Seek Medical Attention

Waking up drenched in sweat can be unsettling, especially when it’s paired with a fever. While occasional sweating at night is harmless, persistent fever and night sweats may point to underlying infections that require more than just rest. From seasonal flu to more serious illnesses like tuberculosis, these symptoms can serve as important signals from the body. Understanding

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Viral Gastroenteritis: How the Stomach Flu Disrupts Daily Life

Few illnesses can stop you in your tracks as suddenly as viral gastroenteritis, commonly called “stomach flu.” One minute you’re handling your day’s responsibilities, and the next you’re doubled over, desperately searching for the nearest bathroom. Even though it is usually short-lived, the stomach flu has a unique way of interrupting daily life at home

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Strep Throat: Key Symptoms, Testing, and Treatment

Strep throat always seems to strike at the busiest times. Parents in local schools hear about entire classrooms missing kids. Teachers often push through painful sore throats until they can’t speak. Workers in offices and warehouses miss shifts, worried about proving to HR that they’re genuinely sick. Around here, strep is more than an inconvenience—it

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Healthy eye close-up for comparison with conjunctivitis symptoms

Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye): Causes, Symptoms, and When to Stay Home

Conjunctivitis, commonly called pink eye, is one of the most frequent reasons people seek urgent care or call their child’s school. This condition occurs when the thin tissue covering the white part of the eye and inner eyelid becomes inflamed, leading to discomfort and disruption in daily life. The challenge for many patients is recognizing

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