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Sunburn self-care: How to heal your skin after...

July 7, 2025 by Emily Paulsen

Sunburn self-care starts with protecting yourself from damaging UV sunrays. If you do get a sunburn, these tips can help you feel better sooner...

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Morning vs. evening workouts: Which is better ...

July 7, 2025 by Tayla Holman

Do you like exercising early in the day or later? Discover how morning vs. evening workouts can impact your heart health, blood pressure and ...

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How to avoid microplastics in food and water

July 7, 2025 by Emily Paulsen

Wondering how to avoid microplastics? While you can't eliminate microplastics entirely, you can reduce your daily exposure to them. Here are ...

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What is deep sleep and why does it matter?

July 7, 2025 by Tayla Holman

What is deep sleep good for? Physical and mental health, for starters. Learn the benefits of deep sleep and discover tips for improving sleep...

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Why is my nose always stuffy? Common causes and...

June 9, 2025 by Tayla Holman

If you've ever asked yourself, "Why is my nose always stuffy?" you may be one of millions of people who suffer from chronic nasal congestion.

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Is gardening exercise? Five health benefits of...

June 9, 2025 by Emily Paulsen

The health benefits of gardening include improved muscle strength, flexibility and heart health, as well as better overall well-being and quality...

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How to deal with PTSD triggers: Seven tips for...

June 9, 2025 by Emily Paulsen

Knowing how to deal with PTSD triggers can help you heal from trauma and reduce symptoms that threaten to disrupt your life and relationships...

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Junior volunteer spotlight: Olivia

June 5, 2025

Volunteering has proven to be both meaningful and enjoyable for Olivia. Learn more about the impact of our junior volunteer program.

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Diabetes and women: What you need to know

May 5, 2025 by Emily Paulsen

Curious about diabetes and women? While more men than women have diabetes, the disease affects women differently, and they may have more complications...

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Can a blood test detect cancer in the body?

May 5, 2025 by Tayla Holman

Can a blood test detect cancer in the body? Learn how to read blood test results and how a blood test can help identify cancer markers.

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Artificial intelligence for cancer detection and...

May 5, 2025 by Tayla Holman

Learn how doctors are using artificial intelligence for cancer detection, diagnosis and treatment, and how it enables accurate and effective ...

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What does heart rate variability tell us about...

April 7, 2025 by Tayla Holman

While most of us are aware stress causes blood pressure to increase, there is also a little-known connection between heart rate variability and...

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Intermittent fasting: Does it work and can it ...

April 7, 2025 by Emily Paulsen

Are you curious about side effects of intermittent fasting? Intermittent fasting is a way of eating that can lead to weight loss.

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How weight loss surgery can affect your personality

April 7, 2025 by Emily Paulsen

Are there personality changes after weight loss surgery?

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The Most Common Types of Poisoning

March 27, 2025

Learn about the most common type of poisoning and what to do if you or someone else has been exposed to a poisonous substance.

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What you should know about measles

March 5, 2025

Measles, a virus that was declared eliminated in the U.S. 25 years ago, has returned in several states.

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What is chair yoga and who is it best for?

March 3, 2025 by Tayla Holman

What is chair yoga? It involves using a chair for poses and stretches. Learn about the physical and mental health benefits as well as how to ...

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Screen time before bed: How tech affects sleep...

March 3, 2025 by Emily Paulsen

Screen time before bed is common. But experts agree it can prevent you from getting the sleep you need.

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Cold plunge benefits: How to do it safely

March 3, 2025 by Tayla Holman

Learn about cold plunge benefits, such as muscle recovery and improved circulation, as well as how to take the plunge safely.

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What is grounding and is it really good for you?

February 3, 2025 by Tayla Holman

Learn about what is grounding and how it can benefit your health and improve your mood.

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Processed foods that are good for you: What are...

February 3, 2025 by Emily Paulsen

You can find processed foods that are good for you in almost every department of your supermarket.

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Carpal tunnel and stiff heart syndrome: Is there...

February 3, 2025 by Tayla Holman

Learn about the connection between carpal tunnel and heart disease, including shared risk factors such as inflammation and metabolic syndrome...

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Nine things to expect during a trip to the emergency...

January 23, 2025

Learn about the nine things you can expect during an emergency room visit.

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Why you should not ignore groin pain

January 23, 2025

Learn how to spot groin hernias and what steps you need to take to treat them.

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The most common type of poisoning and when to ...

January 23, 2025 by Tayla Holman

Learn about the most common type of poisoning and what to do if you or someone else has been exposed to a poisonous substance.

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What are the health benefits of a sauna?

January 13, 2025 by Tayla Holman

There are several potential health benefits of sauna, including muscle recovery, relaxation, improved sleep and more.

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Can treating your ADHD make you feel less stressed?

January 13, 2025 by Tayla Holman

ADHD often goes hand in hand with stress, especially if left untreated. So, can treating your ADHD make you feel less stressed? Yes — and here's...

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Seven benefits of walking daily

January 13, 2025 by Emily Paulsen

What are the benefits of walking daily? Here are seven to get you started.

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How to promote cervical health

January 6, 2025 by Tayla Holman

Lifestyle tips and changes people can take to improve their cervical health.

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Folic acid deficiency symptoms: Should you talk...

January 6, 2025 by Bana Jobe

As a natural B vitamin that helps the body make blood cells and DNA, folate is an important nutrient — so important, in fact, that the U.S. Food...

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Sunburn self-care: How to heal your skin after too much sun

Sunburn self-care: How to heal your skin after...

Morning vs. evening workouts: Which is better ...

How to avoid microplastics in food and water

What is deep sleep and why does it matter?

Why is my nose always stuffy? Common causes and...

Is gardening exercise? Five health benefits of...

How to deal with PTSD triggers: Seven tips for...

Junior volunteer spotlight: Olivia

Diabetes and women: What you need to know

Can a blood test detect cancer in the body?

Artificial intelligence for cancer detection and...

What does heart rate variability tell us about...

Intermittent fasting: Does it work and can it ...

How weight loss surgery can affect your personality

The Most Common Types of Poisoning

What you should know about measles

What is chair yoga and who is it best for?

Screen time before bed: How tech affects sleep...

Cold plunge benefits: How to do it safely

What is grounding and is it really good for you?

Processed foods that are good for you: What are...

Carpal tunnel and stiff heart syndrome: Is there...

Nine things to expect during a trip to the emergency...

Why you should not ignore groin pain

The most common type of poisoning and when to ...

What are the health benefits of a sauna?

Can treating your ADHD make you feel less stressed?

Seven benefits of walking daily

How to promote cervical health

Folic acid deficiency symptoms: Should you talk...