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If you’re experiencing vomiting, diarrhea and dehydration, don’t panic. These symptoms are common and usually manageable without medical intervention. Vomiting, diarrhea and dehydration often occur together, and home care is typically the first line of treatment.

Caring For Vomiting, Diarrhea and Dehydration At Home

Here are some tips for caring for yourself at home:

• Stay hydrated. Drink plenty of fluids, such as water, sports drinks or oral rehydration solutions. Aim for at least eight to 10 glasses of fluids per day.
• Give your body time to recover by getting plenty of rest. Avoid strenuous...

The snow has come, and families and friends are heading out to enjoy it. Hitting the slopes, climbing a hill to slide down, or lacing up your skates are lots of fun. But, these winter safety tips for sledding, skating and skiing will help prevent injury and lessen your chances of having to visit the emergency department.

Sledding Safety Tips

• Wear an approved helmet.
• Choose a hill away from roads, parking lots and ponds.
• Don’t slide near trees, rocks or other obstacles.
• Slide down the middle of the hill. Climb up the side. Avoid icy areas.
• When you get to the bottom, move out of the way quickly.
• Don’t...

Mifepristone. The abortion pill. It seems as if every news channel and media outlet is talking about this medication these days. And for now, the U.S. Supreme Court has decided this medication will remain accessible to Americans. 

So what is all the fuss about? Let’s break it down.

How Does the Abortion Pill Work?

Mifepristone is a pill that was approved by the Food and Drug Administration in 2000 to end pregnancies at 7 weeks gestation or less when used in combination with a separate medication known as misoprostol. Mifepristone works to block the hormone receptors in the uterus that sustain a...

This recipe takes about 10 minutes to cook, once you’ve cut all your vegetables. It’s a good dish to top pasta or serve with grilled chicken, lean beef, or salmon.