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Heart Attack Symptoms Women Need to Know
Many women experience heart attacks differently then men, and knowing the subtle differences may one day save your life.
Feb. 18, 2013

Good Posture Is Important But It Won’t Prevent Scoliosis
Can good posture prevent the curving of the spine known as scoliosis? Unfortunately, it won’t, says Robert Lark, MD, a pediatric orthopedic surgeon with Duke Orthopaedics.
Feb. 13, 2013

Kids Stash the Darndest Things
When your child performs disappearing tricks involving the nose, ears and other places, look to the wisdom of Duke Urgent Care providers, who have seen it all.
Jan. 31, 2013

Could that Juice Box Increase Your Child’s Risk for Diabetes?
The next time you hand your child a juice box, consider this: are you increasing their risk for diabetes?
Jan. 25, 2013

Take a Stand: Why Sitting Too Much Is Bad for Your Health
Do you sit too much? Many parents do. Whether you’re sitting on the sidelines while your kids enjoy playtime, or spending your workday sitting at your desk, research shows that too much sitting is not only bad for your health, it also decreases your life expectancy.
Jan. 15, 2013

The Flu Shot Trifecta: Protects Mom, Fetus and Infant
Maternal immunizations like the flu shot protect the mother but have an even greater potential impact on the fetus and baby.
Jan. 14, 2013

Tips to Avoid Gaining Weight as You Grow Your Family
According to Duke University Medical Center researchers, each child increases obesity risk by 4 percent for dads and 7 percent for moms. Tips for avoiding weight gain.
Jan. 4, 2013

7 Ways to Stay Healthy and Sane During Holiday Travel
Duke Primary Care physician Namrata Shidhaye, MD, who practices family medicine at the new Waverly Place location in Cary, shares tips for staying healthy and happy while traveling this holiday season.
Dec. 18, 2012

It’s Not Too Late. Get the Flu Shot
The flu season is just getting started, and it’s shaping up to be nasty. About 36,000 Americans die annually from the flu, which is Duke Primary Care is urging people who haven’t already gotten the flu vaccine to do so now.
Dec. 17, 2012

5 Simple Tricks Lighten Holiday Season Eating
Does your annual holiday tradition include eating first and feeling guilty later? Don’t let your fork, or your psyche, do all that heavy lifting.
Dec. 7, 2012

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