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Laura K. Grubb, MD, MPH

Medical Reviewer Member of the SingleCare Medical Board
Laura K. Grubb, MD, MPH, is a board-certified pediatrician and adolescent medicine specialist. She cares for patients in an urban academic medical center and is active with national organizations focusing on child health, public health, and adolescent health care. In addition, she has been a volunteer with the Amigos de Las Americas organization since 1990—first as a community volunteer and now as a medical advisor.
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Heat rash treatment, medications, and home remedies
Health Education

Heat rash treatment and medications

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IBS and Pregnancy (pregnant woman)
Health Education

How to safely manage IBS symptoms during pregnancy

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Health Education

The best allergy medicine for kids

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Health Education

Heart health during pregnancy

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Health Education

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