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  Testing for a Hidden Threat

  Hepatitis C spread rapidly the 1960s, ‘70s and ‘80s, before the virus was identified and testing was available. Learn what recommendation the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offer baby boomers that may ward off serious health concerns. 

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  Paul McHugh on the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders

  As the American Psychiatric Association releases the fifth edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders this week, University Distinguished Service Professor of Psychiatry and former Psychiatrist-in-Chief Dr. Paul McHugh discusses the history and challenges of the manual in the Wall Street Journal.

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  Self-Treating Sprains and Strains

  If a return to warmer weather leaves you wincing in pain from a sprain or a strain, don’t despair -- use the PRICE technique to treat your injury. 

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• 10 Things to Know When Speaking to Your Doctor About Genetic Testing

  Breast cancer expert Lillie Shockney offers advice to women considering speaking to their physicians about genetic testing or prophylactic mastectomies. 

• Restless Leg Syndrome, Insomnia, and Brain Chemistry: A Tangled Mystery Solved?

  Researchers believe they may have discovered an explanation for the sleepless nights associated with restless legs syndrome.

• Oral Drops Can Give Kids Needle-Free Relief From Asthma, Allergies

  Allergy shots are commonly used to treat children with severe environmental allergies and asthma, but under-the-tongue drops may offer yet another beneficial – and stick-free – option for pediatric allergy sufferers.

• The Heart of a Woman: Taking Charge of Your Own Cardiovascular Health

  Sign up to hear cardiologist Dr. Lilli Barouch discuss the importance of heart health for women on June 3 at Howard County General Hospital.

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40 Behaviors for Healthy Kids

In honor of Howard County General Hospital's 40th anniversary, here are 40 healthy tips for kids, courtesy of the Well & Wise blog.