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Health Trivia: Do You Pack on the Pounds During the Holiday Season?
Learn what you can do this holiday season to avoid gaining weight! Read More »
Health Trivia: What Are The Most Common Conditions Resulting From Uncontrolled Diabetes?
Diabetes can lead to other conditions. Find out which are the most common in today's Health Trivia. Read More »
Health Trivia: Is Your Hemoglobin A1C Level Within Normal Limits?
Case Study: 65 year old overweight male with a 5 year history of type II diabetes presents to his primary care physician for a regular check up on his diabetes. Read More »
Health Trivia: Do You Know the Difference Between Type I and Type II Diabetes?
In support of American Diabetes Month, in November, iTriage trivia questions will focus on the growing diabetes epidemic, which affects nearly 26 million children and adults in the United States, costing the healthcare system an estimated 174 billion dollars yearly (direct and indirect costs). Read More »
Health Trivia: Have You Had Your Flu Vaccine Yet?
Flu season is upon us. Read today's Health Trivia to see who should get a flu vaccine, and who should not! Read More »
Health Trivia: How Often Should Women Receive Mammographies?
Do you know how often women should receive mammographies? Read More »
Health Trivia: Are You Aware of the Recent Meningitis Outbreak and What Symptoms to Watch For?
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announce a deadly meningitis outbreak that may affect more than 23 states. What symptoms should you watch for if a meningitis infection is suspected? Read More »
Health Trivia: Do You Know the Recommended Vaccination Schedule for Pertussis (Whooping Cough)?
According to the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), the United States is currently experiencing what may turn out to be the largest outbreak of reported pertussis (whooping cough) in 50 years. How many doses of the DTaP (dipheria, tetanus, and pertussis) vaccine should my child receive before he or she is considered fully vaccinated? Read More »