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Karen Latimer

Karen is a Family Doctor, mom of five and founder of Tips From Town.

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Lice!

It is one of my worst fears … the dreaded call from the school nurse, "Your child has lice." But, I am prepared if that time comes. Here's what you need to know.

Sex Drug for Women — Should it be approved?

For years, we’ve been hearing about the women’s version of Viagra, and many have been waiting with baited breath to get their hands on it. Lack of sexual desire is a very common problem in women, especially as we age. The problem is very real, causing stress, relationship problems, feelings of inadequacy and depression. Unlike the […]

Summer Drinking — How Much is Too Much?

Don't read this if you are going out tonight ... the answer may surprise you.

Assessing Risk in Your Spring-STRESSED Teen

Suicide increases in the Spring. If you are the parent of a teenager, this probably doesn't surprise you.

Concussion and Schoolwork

What are the effects of concussion on academic performance?

Puffy Eyes? Me Too! What to do…

Morning has never been a good look for me, but things are getting worse. The puffy eye situation is a force to reckon with -- here's how I'm reckoning.

Lyme Disease –Know It to Prevent It!

Limes may be hard to come by, but Lyme is in season. Know how to spot it and you can save a lifetime of debilitating symptoms.

Fighting Memory Loss

You don't have to take memory loss lying down!

Read This Before You Get Pregnant Again

There is a specific time you should wait before conceiving again.

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