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A Cancer Vaccine?

February 25, 2020

Our world was a much scarier place before vaccines. Polio, tetanus, and diphtheria are all among the afflictions that used to be major concerns for people everywhere. While these diseases do still exist, their infection rates and impact have been reduced to the point where most of us hardly give them a thought. That peace of mind is the result of vaccines.

Pap Smear, HPV Test, or Both?

July 12, 2018

The pap smear (or pap test) is one of the cornerstones of women’s health.

Let's Talk About Sex..ually Transmitted Diseases

September 27, 2017

The number of sexually transmitted diseases hit an all-time high in 2016. According to the Centers for Disease Control more than two million new cases of gonorrhea, syphilis, and chlamydia were reported in 2016.

Did You Know There's a Vaccine for Some Cancers?

March 24, 2015

You can protect your child against several cancers with a safe and effective vaccine. The human papillomavirus strikes both men and women—and can be prevented through vaccinations.

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