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New Cholesterol Guidelines Focus on Personalized...

December 25, 2018

New cholesterol guidelines released by the American Heart Association recommend a “personalized” approach to fighting bad cholesterol.

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Even a 2-minute Walk Counts in New Physical Activity...

December 18, 2018

New guidelines suggest physical activity lasting as little as two minutes still counts toward a person’s weekly activity goals. Previously, activity...

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Acute Flaccid Myelitis, Polio-Like Illness Affecting...

December 11, 2018

What do parents need to know about AFM, the polio-like virus that’s left hundreds of children across the U.S. partially paralyzed?

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New Study Finds That Smoking and Diabetes May ...

December 4, 2018

Smoking, diabetes, high blood pressure: all bad for the heart, but perhaps worse for women's hearts than men's.

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Halloween Candy Plan

October 25, 2018

As fun as Halloween can be for children, it can be a challenge for parents. As a parent, how do you keep the holiday fun, but make sure that ...

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Is the Air in Your Home Polluted?

October 23, 2018

Your home should make you healthier, not less. Put your pollution radar to the test and answer these four questions about your home's indoor ...

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Protecting Your Health from Air Pollution

October 16, 2018

Research suggests that, even at safe levels, air pollutants can harm your health. A reduction in short-term exposure to particulate matter from...

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How to Stay Healthy in an Office Full of Sick ...

October 9, 2018

During the height of flu season, you'll likely find yourself surrounded by coughing, sniffling and sneezing coworkers. Thankfully, protecting...

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Can the Flu Shot Really Save Your Life?

October 2, 2018

We've all heard the advice to get the flu shot each fall. But is it really that important to do so? The short answer: definitely yes. And timing...

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Why Vitamin D is Critical to Heart Health

September 18, 2018

Having a heart condition is a definite life crisis. But what if you could reduce the chances that it'll be deadly thanks to the benefits of vitamin...

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Measles Outbreaks: A Wakeup Call

September 11, 2018

Learn the side effects of measles and why it’s important to get vaccinated.

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6 Weird Reasons You Can’t Lose Weight

August 21, 2018

If you’re eating right and exercising, but still can’t seem to lose weight, some unexpected factors could be to blame. We spoke with...

tags: blood pressure , cardiology , cardiovascular health , deep breathing , exercise , heart , hypertension

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9 Shots Older Adults Must Get

August 7, 2018

If you think immunizations are just for children, think again! Adults need them too, including those 50 and older. Are you up-to-date with your...

tags: general wellness , immunization , vaccination , vaccines , vaccines for adults

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10 Ways to Help Kids Succeed at School

August 6, 2018

Parental support plays an important part in helping their kids succeed in school. But as students grow more independent, it can be hard for parents...

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Get an “A” in Social Media

August 3, 2018

There are plenty of good things about social media -- but also many potential dangers and things that you want your kids and teens to avoid. ...

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Back to School – What Parents Need to Know

August 3, 2018

Whether their summer was jam-packed with activities or filled with complaints about being bored with nothing to do, kids often have a tough time...

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Skin, Sun, and Cancer

July 24, 2018

Applying sunscreen when you go to the beach or the pool may seem like second nature, but according to the American Cancer Society, new cases ...

tags: basal cell carcinoma , cancer , dermatology , melanoma , skin , skin cancer , squamous cell carcinoma

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Nine Vaccines Your Kids Need

July 19, 2018

School supplies and new clothes aren't the only back-to-school essentials. Childhood vaccinations also top the list of must-haves. Whether you're...

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The Latest on Skin Cancer

July 17, 2018

The rates of dangerous skin cancers like melanoma have more than tripled since the 1970s, according to the National Cancer Institute. We spoke...

tags: basal cell carcinoma , cancer , dermatology , melanoma , skin , skin cancer , squamous cell carcinoma

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Ouch, What Bit Me? 10 Common Bug Bites

July 10, 2018

Irritating bug bites are often harmless, but some are painful, and may cause an allergic reaction, infection or worse. Gabriel Schifman, DO, ...

tags: bug bites , chiggers , fleas , insect bite , mosquito , spiders , tick

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6 Surprising Signs You Need to Drink More Water

May 1, 2018

Thirst isn't a foolproof sign of dehydration. Your age, the weather and the activity you're involved in can all interfere with your thirst response...

tags: bad breath , dehydration , exhaustion , flaky skin , hydration , migraines

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