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Can vitamin D lower the risk of COVID-19?

Estimated reading time: 2 minutes Vitamin D is important for healthy bones, teeth, and muscles. Lack of it can lead to a bone deformity disease called rickets in children and a condition similar to bone weakness called osteomalacia in adults.[…]

14 myths about the flu vaccine

Estimated reading time: 5 minutes The flu vaccine is a safe and effective way to help people stay healthy, prevent disease, and even save lives. The flu virus can cause serious illness and even death among people with certain chronic[…]

All about toxic shock syndrome

Estimated reading time: 4 minutes Toxic shock syndrome (TSS) is a rare, life-threatening condition caused by infection with certain types of bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus, Streptococcus pyogenes, and Clostridium sordellii. The bacteria release toxins into the bloodstream, which then spreads[…]