Wellness

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Diabetes: Knowing Your Numbers is Key to Good Health

By keeping tabs on 6 key numbers and adjusting your lifestyle as needed, you can take control of your diabetes and lower your risk of heart disease and stroke.

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Taking Control of a Leaky Bladder

Stress urinary incontinence (SUI), or the leakage of urine from the bladder, is a very common and frequently underreported problem affecting mostly women.

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Palliative Care v. Hospice Care

The differences and benefits

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November is National COPD Awareness Month

How to Recognize the Early Signs of COPD

Early diagnosis can lead to treatment that can slow the progression of the disease, improve symptoms, reduce the need for hospital stays out of hospital, and lead to a longer life.

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American Cancer Society: Great American Smokeout, November 21, 2024 -

Smokers: A Healthier Future Starts When You Quit

Smoking remains the leading preventable cause of death in the U.S.

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Game On: Tips for Preventing Youth Sport Injuries

An estimated 3.5 million children, aged 14 and younger, get hurt annually participating sports.

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Two men and two women sit at a table, smiling and talking to each other

Empowering Voices and Movements for people with Parkinson’s

For people with Parkinson's disease and similar neurological conditions, even simple tasks, such as getting in and out of a car or carrying on a conversation, can become challenging and time consuming.

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Navigating Daylight Savings with Children

Transitioning to daylight savings can be tricky for babies and children whose sleep schedule thrives on routine. But, with a little advance preparation, you can make “falling back” easier for all.

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Do You Know the Signs of Lyme?

Recognizing the signs of Lyme disease in yourself or a loved one is crucial for early diagnosis, treatment and heading off any potential progression to more severe stages.

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Happy Trails

Fall hiking safety tips

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