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Gail Kuwahara: Be Responsible To Yourself And Others, And Vaccinate – September 24, 2012

By kevpod

It is estimated that one case of undiagnosed pertussis can infect up to 17 other people and that 80 percent of all households will be affected by this disease unless family members get vaccinated. »

Six Rivers Planned Parenthood Responds – February 2, 2012

By kevpod

We would like nothing more than for the Komen Foundation to reconsider and recommit to what has been a great partnership for women who need and receive breast health services. Politics should never get in the way of women’s health care – whether it is access to birth control or breast cancer screenings.... »

Gail Kuwahara: Pertussis Is Here, Potentially Fatal And Preventable – September 20, 2011

By kevpod

The best prevention is vaccination – for you and your family. The Advisory Committee on Immunization Practices (ACIP) recommends that all children 11 through 18 years old receive one Tdap immunization in place of a Td booster regardless of the interval since the child’s last tetanus shot. »

Janae Zolna: Body Art Can Leave You With Lasting Medical Complications – September 12, 2011

By kevpod

Dental problems such as chipped or broken teeth and gum damage are commonly reported related to tongue barbells, especially after two years or more of duration. The infection rate of tongue piercings is not as high as you would expect with the amount of bacteria in the mouth. Rinsing with oral cleansers such as... »

Lydia Leblanc: Tattoo You – September 12, 2011

By kevpod

Would you let someone perform a root canal on you in their garage? Pony up to get it done right the first time. »

Greta Macey: Open Door’s Teen Clinic Services Are Free, Confidential and Sensitive – September 3, 2011

By kevpod

The Teen Clinic “front desk” is run by students like me, either from Arcata High School or McKinleyville High. We all received training and the competence and maturity of the teen staff is well received and creates an informal peer atmosphere for young people who may be uncomfortable with their first visit. »

Julie Barnum: Navigating Humboldt’s Health Issues Starts With An Open Door – August 30, 2011

By kevpod

While it is normal to experience new things at this age, it is also essential to consider the well being of your health as you start the foundation of this next stage of your life. Rather than being daunted by the responsibilities of college, rest easy knowing that you’ve come to a community dedicated... »

Debi Farber Bush: Debi Does Redding At Her Own Risk – May 22, 2011

By kevpod

Thankfully my real boss, Bryan Plumley, is understanding about these things, in fact I probably wouldn’t have been able to do any of this if he wasn’t such a great boss (in reality he realizes that keeping me busy also keeps me out of his hair). »

Debi Farber Bush: Running With The Devil – May 16, 2011

By kevpod

Inside my brain I continued to scream. Lucifer! It dawned on me, that’s who Andy really is. “I am running with the freaking Devil.” »

Debi Farber Bush: Debi Is Getting Punchy, And It Hurts So Good – May 3, 2011

By kevpod

I was sweating, thirsty and my pants kept falling down, basically I was a mess. Because my hands were trapped in Eric’s gloves I was rendered helpless. »