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Is it stomach flu or food poisoning?

January 21, 2016 | Kristina Lindgren

You’re feeling queasy and nauseated. Is it something you ate or did you catch a stomach bug? It’s hard to tell without a lab test, but the symptoms... Read More

Tags digestive health food safety hand washing

Irregular heartbeat? When to see a doctor

April 05, 2016 | UCI Health

It is not uncommon to feel an extra heartbeat or heart race on occasion. So when is an irregular heartbeat cause for concern? Read More

Tags heart health health tips

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How long is the flu contagious?

February 16, 2017 | UCI Health

You’ve finally kicked the worst of that flu bug, but you still have a lingering cough and low energy. You don’t want to get anyone else... Read More

Tags flu health tips

Cuddlers help preemies to thrive

April 14, 2016 | UCI Health

They coo. They hold. They provide human touch. The volunteer “cuddlers” of the neonatal intensive care unit (NICU) provide comfort to... Read More

Tags newborn NICU patient stories

What do your lab test results mean?

June 01, 2017 | Steve Tischler

When you visit your doctor for a routine physical, the protocol often includes a small blood draw and a urine sample. Why? What tests are run? What... Read More

Tags health tips primary care

What color is your urine?

March 17, 2016 | UCI Health

If your urine is clear or yellow, you can be mellow. But other colors — as well as unseen qualities — can warrant a trip to the doctor. Read More

Tags kidney bacteria health tips