The Health Benefits of Donating Blood

There are clear benefits for the recipient of donated blood, but fewer people are aware that donating blood has benefits for the donor, too.
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"Quad-Demic": Is it RSV, Norovirus, Flu, or COVID-19?
January 17, 2025
Many people are falling ill lately. Explore potential causes, symptoms to watch for, prevention tips, and guidance on when to seek medical assistance.
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How to Manage Kids' Screen Time During Winter Break
December 16, 2024
Discover effective strategies to reduce your children's screen time, promote healthful tech habits, and create a balanced digital lifestyle for your family.
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Toy Safety Tips for the Holidays
December 13, 2024
Help your kids stay safe this holiday season by gifting them age-appropriate toys. Plus, get tips on how to safely play with and store toys.
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How Obesity Drugs Are Transforming Cardiology
December 05, 2024
Discover how GLP-1 agonists and obesity drugs are revolutionizing cardiology, improving heart health outcomes, and reshaping preventive care strategies.
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Keep Your Leftovers from Making You Sick
November 27, 2024
Many people keep Thanksgiving dinner and its leftovers several days after the holiday. Keeping your leftovers at safe temperatures for a safe length of time can prevent food poisoning.
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When to Worry About Heart Palpitations
November 26, 2024
Heart palpitations can be scary—know when to worry. Understand the difference between benign and serious palpitations and find out when to take action.
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Connie's Breast Cancer Story
When Connie Wan learned she had breast cancer, she was devastated. But the team at University Health provided her the support to fight and come out stronger than ever.
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Ashley's Sepsis Survival Story
In June of 2019, Ashley Britsch, a University Health nurse educator, got a small cut on her leg while swimming in a river. A few days later, she was hospitalized with sepsis. Learn more about this potentially life-threatening condition.
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Preeclampsia: Alexea's Story
Preeclampsia is a potentially dangerous pregnancy condition. Read Alexea’s story and learn how to reduce the risk for preeclampsia.
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