Printer Friendly PDF About Pneumococcal Infection and Disease Pneumococcal disease is a term used for a wide range of infections caused by bacteria called Streptococcuspneumoniae (pneumococcus). Ear and sinus infections are...
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As part of our ongoing commitment to continuing education, we invite our valued HealthDirect customers to attend complimentary bi-monthly webinars. The session invites, topics and learning objectives are shared via email, allowing attendees to easily register. These webinars feature professional speakers and relevant topics, as well as select continuing education credits.
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Did You Know? GERD Management
Printer Friendly PDF Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease (GERD)Considerations for Older Adults Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD) results from the reflux of gastric contents (regurgitation) into the esophagus due to...
Did You Know? Magnesium Supplements
Printer-Friendly PDF Magnesium Status and Aging Magnesium, an abundant mineral in the body, is naturally present in many foods, available as a dietary supplement, and present in some medicines (such as antacids and...
Did You Know? Falls Prevention (STEADI)
Printer-Friendly PDF Fall Burden to Older Adults Among adults aged ≥65 years (older adults) in the United States, the leading cause of injury and related deaths is unintentional falls. Injuries from falls can lead to...