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MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS
Why Your Healthcare Provider Takes a Blood Sample
A blood sugar test generally tests to see whether blood sugar is too high. Often adults with raised blood sugar don't have symptoms of diabetes.
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PREVENTION GUIDELINES
Prevention Guidelines for Children and Teenagers
Screening tests and vaccines are an important part of managing your child's health. Learn about guidelines for children and teens from ages 2 to 18.
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PREVENTION GUIDELINES
Prevention Guidelines for Women 18 to 39
Learn about the screening tests and immunizations that most women ages 18 to 39 need.
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PREVENTION GUIDELINES
Prevention Guidelines for Men 18 to 39
Learn about the screening tests and immunizations that most men ages 18 to 39 need.
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MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS
What Is a Well-care Visit?
In addition to taking your child to the healthcare provider when your child is ill, or needs an exam, routine well-care visits are recommended.
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MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS
Physical Exam of the Newborn
A complete physical exam is an important part of newborn care.
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MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS
Why Your Healthcare Provdier Asks for a Urine Sample
Your healthcare provider can use the results from this test to help diagnose, find, or track many conditions.
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MEDICAL EXAMINATIONS
Screening Tests for Common Diseases
A screening test is done to detect potential health disorders or diseases in people who do not have any symptoms of disease.
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PREVENTION GUIDELINES
What Vaccines Should You and Your Family Have?
Many diseases can be prevented by getting vaccinated against them. The CDC has vaccination schedules that you and your family can follow to make sure you are protected.
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PREVENTION GUIDELINES
California Moves Against Anti-Vaccination Bloc
Do you really want a surge of measles in your kids’ classroom?