The mornings are crisper, the pumpkin lattes are flowing, and the Patriots are back on the field. More importantly, it’s time for you or your loved one to schedule that prostate cancer screening, since September is National Prostate Cancer Awareness month and a good reminder.
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Ever wonder how much weight your child is lugging around in their school backpack? Put it on your bathroom scale. You'll be able to tell roughly how much it weighs and depending on that weight, whether or not your child is at risk of developing back pain.
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Tired of lettuce and tomatoes dripping in dressing? Teriyaki Chicken and Mango Salad is a great option when you're looking for variety. Marinate the chicken for several hours or overnight, then grill over hot coals.
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Should you consider getting a screening for an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)? Yes you should. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), aortic aneurysms or aortic dissections (tears) were the cause of 9,904 deaths in 2019. If an aneurysm ruptures, it’s very unlikely that the person will survive long enough to have it repaired.
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When your life spins out of control, asking for help for your mental health is a sign of strength, not weakness. Mental health isn't a one-person battle.
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Hot days. Cool drinks. This cherry vanilla frappe is healthy and easy. Try replacing the cherries with mango, strawberries, or blackberries.
(Serves 2)
Cherry Vanilla Frappe Ingredients
Directions
Freezing fruit before blending lets you skip ice cubes. If using fresh, pitted cherries, add 1/2 cup to 1 cup of ice.
Get in step when it comes to keeping your feet healthy especially if you have diabetes.
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It’s widely known that walking is one of the best and easiest ways to add exercise to your life, but did you know that walking on sand can be easier on your body while giving you a better workout?
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Most of us are familiar with the primary symptoms of menopause — hot flashes, vaginal dryness, mood changes and slowing metabolism. But there are other lesser-known menopause symptoms we may experience as our ovaries produce waning supplies of progesterone and estrogen, including insomnia, a metallic taste in your mouth, and body odor. Read on for tips on how to deal with them.
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A perfect dressing for a perfect party vegetable. Brussels sprouts can be substituted with broccoli, turnips, kale or another favorite veggie.
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There’s nothing easy about a difficult diagnosis. If a diagnosis sends you reeling, these steps can help you begin to regain your balance.
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The recent recall of several varieties of Abbott Similac formula combined with existing supply chain issues have resulted in a nationwide infant formula shortage.
Need Infant Formula?
Here are some tips for families looking for formula during this challenging time.
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If someone in your life has diabetes, you know how hard it can be to manage, especially after first getting the diagnosis. You want to support your loved one as they work toward learning about diabetes and controlling their disease.
But it’s important to make sure the help you’re offering is help they want and need. Well-intentioned advice and reminders about diet and exercise may have a negative impact on their behavior and self-image, as well as on your relationship.
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Most women* are caregivers, yet they often don’t make caring for their own physical and mental health a priority. Lives get busy, whether it’s with work, school or taking care of others. We want to encourage women to adopt positive health habits aimed at improving their well-being. In honor of National Women’s Health Week, which kicks off each year on Mother’s Day, we hope you’ll take at least one of these steps for a healthier you.
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Aortic stenosis (AS) is the most common and most serious heart valve disease. AS is a narrowing of the aortic valve opening. The valve flaps may become stiff and can’t move easily or open fully. This makes it more difficult for the heart to push blood through the aortic valve to your body. Find out the causes and treatments available.
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Most of us don't think much about our bone health until we reach middle age when osteoporosis is commonly known to set in. In reality, we need to think about the wellness of our all-important internal scaffolding decades earlier. The reason? Our bone health is in part determined by what we do much, much earlier in life.
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If you and your partner have been trying to get pregnant for a year without results, reproductive medicine considers you to be infertile, and now would be the time to find out why. An expert in in vitro fertilization (IVF) can help.
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