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Linda Childers

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Linda Childers is a California-based freelance writer who regularly writes on a wide variety of health topics and also profiles celebrities. Her articles have appeared in The Washington Post, Arthritis Today, O, The Rheumatologist, The Boca Raton Observer, Allure, Playboy, and many other national media outlets.
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A dog with flowers represents allergy medicine for dogs
Pets

Stop the itch: How to treat allergies in cats and dogs

Dec. 23, 2020
diabetes foot care
Health Education

Walk this way: Foot care for people with diabetes

Managing diabetes can be a challenge. There are so many steps—from monitoring…
Nov. 2, 2020
A dog sleeping represents dog seizures
Pets

How to treat seizures in dogs

Seeing your beloved dog experience a seizure can be upsetting. One minute,…
Oct. 15, 2020
Doctor giving a woman a yearly skin check
Health Education

Do you need an annual skin check?

This yearly checkup can help avoid dangerous health issues
Updated on May 3, 2022
A college first aid kit
Health Education

13 college first aid kit supplies

These items help ensure your student can care for minor aches and pains without a trip to the health center
Updated on Jun. 28, 2022
What causes night sweats (Picture of eye mask and fan)
Health Education

10 causes of night sweats

True night sweats go beyond a hot bedroom or heavy sleepwear
Updated on Aug. 17, 2022
A beach ball and a mask represent summer safety during the COVID-19 pandemic
Health Education

How to safely enjoy summer in a COVID-19 world

CORONAVIRUS UPDATE: As experts learn more about the novel coronavirus, news and…
Jun. 23, 2020
Anxiety in Men (picture of thinking man)
Health Education

How to recognize and treat anxiety symptoms in men

It might start with worries about work or ongoing financial problems and…
Jun. 4, 2020
How to keep your dog healthy and safe at the dog park
Pets

How to keep your dog healthy—and safe—at the dog park

Whether it’s making new friends, or enjoying an exciting game of “chase…
Apr. 8, 2020
A TSH test for underactive thyroid
Health Education

What is a TSH test and what do your results mean?

The thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) test evaluates thyroid function and thyroid hormone levels.…
Jan. 20, 2020
Can I donate blood? A heart in hands represents the answer.
Wellness

Reasons you can’t donate blood

There are many conditions that can prevent you from donating
Updated on Jun. 6, 2023
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