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Hantaviruses are spread through contact with infected rodents or their droppings. Rarely, Andes hantavirus in spreads directly between people in close physical contact. Learn more: merckmanuals.com/home/infection…

May is Healthy Vision Month. Dr. Sunir Garg shares the 20-20-20 rule to prevent digital eye strain: take a break every 20 minutes to look at something 20 feet away for at least 20 seconds. To learn more about #vision health, click on the video below.

Can you identify the difference between a Black Widow and Brown Recluse spider bite? Save this infographic for reference. Read more about spider bites: bit.ly/4d3ELaY

Time to get your eyes checked? Which eye care professional should you visit? Check out our guide: ow.ly/QC9Y50YPgqZ #eyexam #eyehealth #healthtips #ophthalmologist #optometrist #eyedisease #glasses #contacts #contactlenses #cataracts #diabetes #glaucoma #AMD

Certain types of arrhythmias are due to a localized abnormal area in the heart’s electrical system. Destroying or removing that area (ablation) can sometimes eliminate the arrhythmia. Learn more: bit.ly/4cCJAJy

Do you know the seven healthy habits that can not only bolster your overall health but also preserve healthy retinas and eyesight? Embrace these healthy habits today to safeguard your retina health in the future. Download ASRS’s Healthy Habits to Preserve Healthy Vision patient guide today to learn more at asrs.org/patient-educat…. #SeeforaLifetime #RetinaSpecialist #RetinaHealth

May is Better Hearing Month 👂It’s a great time to check in on your hearing health and take simple steps to stay connected. Start learning about hearing health, hearing loss prevention, and ear care today at hearing.org #HearWell

Award-Winning Researcher in Psychiatry and Harvard Medical School (@HarvardMed) Professor, Matcheri S. Keshavan, MD, Authors Expert Medical Content for MerckManuals.com healthcaredive.com/press-release/…

A suspected hantavirus outbreak on a cruise ship has killed three people and sickened at least three others according to the World Health Organization. Hantavirus is a viral disease that is spread from rodents to people. Learn more: bit.ly/4tW0bOO

May is #BetterHearingMonth as well as grass cutting season. Be mindful of the noise from lawn mowers (90 decibels) and other power tools. Protect your hearing by wearing earplugs. Get the facts about hearing loss at merckmanuals.com/home/quick-fac…

Ischemic optic neuropathy is damage of the optic nerve caused by a blockage of its blood supply. The only constant symptom is painless vision loss, which is usually sudden. Learn more: bit.ly/49f7PLz

According to CDC's Tick Bite Tracker, in all regions except the South Central U.S., weekly rates of ER visits for tick bites are the highest for this time of year since 2017. bit.ly/420p3bS

Survey Shows More Than 3 in 5 Americans Use AI Tools for Medical Information, but Most Take Steps to Check Sources and Information. Read More: bit.ly/4cJ5vxt

Renowned Geriatrician Michael Wasserman, MD, Serves on the Editorial Board of MerckManuals.com healthcaredive.com/press-release/…

Deep vein thrombosis is the formation of blood clots (thrombi) in the deep veins, usually in the legs. Blood clots may form in veins if the vein is injured, a disease makes the blood more likely to clot, or something slows the return of blood to the heart. bit.ly/48bM3Ir

Renowned Geriatrician Michael Wasserman, MD, Serves on the Editorial Board of MerckManuals.com HealthcareDive.com/press-release/…

#DYK? Retinal detachment is a vision emergency that requires immediate care. Learn the warning signs, risk factors, and treatment options in our patient guide, Understanding Retinal Detachment—now available in English and Spanish. Download your copy today at asrs.org/patient-educat… Recognizing symptoms and acting quickly can mean the difference between saving and losing your vision. #RetinaSpecialist #RetinalDetachment #SeeforaLifetime

By acknowledging hearing difficulty and treatment options that can be discreet and incredibly effective, hearing loss does not have to put your career goals on hold. betterhearing.org/newsroom/blogs…

Renowned Pharmacist Eva Vivian, PharmD, MS, PhD, of the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy (@UWMadPharmacy) Serves on the Editorial Board of Authoritative Medical Reference MerckManuals.com healthcaredive.com/press-release/…

Got rough, raised bumps on your hands, feet, or knees? They might be warts. While most are painless and fade away, they can spread or stick around. Learn more about how to manage warts: bit.ly/4lmC3Bi