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Don’t know what to do this spring? Go hiking!

The American Southwest has some of the most stunning landscapes in the continent with its colorful mountains, deep valleys, and wide skies as far as the eye can see. If you’re thinking about an outdoors activity that is interesting, healthy, and rewarding, hiking is for you. Arizona is one of the states with most diversity […]
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Allergy season is almost here. Are you ready?

Nearly 60 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies due to pollen, which increases in concentration in the air coming March and April. Allergists recommend using steroid nasal sprays proactively to guard against and develop a better bodily response to these conditions during allergy season. Similarly, other over-the-counter methods, such as pills, can be effective
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Monkeypox symptoms

People with monkeypox get a rash that may be located on or near the genitals (penis, testicles, labia, and vagina) or anus (butthole) and could be on other areas like the hands, feet, chest, face, or mouth. The rash will go through several stages, including scabs, before healing. The rash can initially look like pimples […]
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Monkeypox symptoms

People with monkeypox get a rash that may be located on or near the genitals (penis, testicles, labia, and vagina) or anus (butthole) and could be on other areas like the hands, feet, chest, face, or mouth. The rash will go through several stages, including scabs, before healing. The rash can initially look like pimples […]
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New COVID-19 booster doses available at Pima County clinics

New bivalent COVID-19 booster doses that protects against the parent virus as well as Omicron sub-variants are now available at clinics in Pima County and at the Abrams Public Health Center. The shots are also widely available at pharmacies like Walgreens and CVS. Booster doses are available at all three Health Department clinics, as well […]
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Know the signs of bullying

Bullying is a serious problem worldwide. According to the analysis of this organization, 40% of students at primary and secondary levels have suffered bullying. The incidence of bullying occurs equally in public institutions, as in private schools. Types of bullying • Verbal: ranges from actions as simple as calling names, ignoring a colleague on purpose, […]