Stroke | Spanish health information | Healthy digestion | Prevent shingles | Celiac disease

Stroke | Spanish health information | Healthy digestion | Prevent shingles | Celiac disease

Thursday, May 11, 2017

Know the Symptoms of Stroke

A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is interrupted. Know the symptoms so that you can call 9-1-1 and get help immediately – for yourself or someone else. (From NIH’s NINDS) 

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Find Health Materials in Spanish

Need reliable materials about health topics written in Spanish? Visit salud.nih.gov. (From NIH News in Health) 

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Tips for Healthy Digestion

Avoid digestive problems with this expert advice! (From NIH News in Health) 

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Prevent Shingles

Shingles is a painful rash caused by the chickenpox virus. Adults over 60 can get the shingles vaccine to help prevent the disease. (From NIHSeniorHealth) 

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Virus May Be Linked to Celiac Disease   

People with celiac disease get sick when they consume gluten, a substance in wheat. Researchers found that a virus may play a role in the development of celiac disease. (From NIH Research Matters) 

Thursday, May 11, 2017