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Is arthritis preventable? Tips for keeping your...

May 2, 2022 by Emily Paulsen

Is arthritis preventable? Tips for maintaining healthy joints: As we age, many people begin to experience arthritis in their joints.

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Using an air purifier for allergies, asthma and...

May 2, 2022 by Bana Jobe

Why you should get an air purifier for allergies and asthma: Air purifiers have been increasingly popular over the past few years, as more people...

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Benefits of daily meditation for depression and...

May 2, 2022 by Tayla Holman

Benefits of daily meditation for depression and anxiety: Although meditation isn't a cure-all for depression and anxiety, those who meditate ...

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Types of pregnancy complications at different ...

April 4, 2022 by Bana Jobe

During Infertility Awareness Week, we discuss pregnancy complications and how age can be a factor.

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Why you should consider becoming a national organ...

April 4, 2022 by Bana Jobe

During Donate Life Month, we discuss how organ donors impact the lives of others.

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5 easy ways to reduce stress

April 4, 2022 by Tayla Holman

5 easy to incorporate lifestyle changes and tips to help cope with and relieve stress

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Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: When should...

March 21, 2022 by Bana Jobe

Colorectal cancer has gone through a rebranding campaign over the past few years thanks to awareness efforts not just during Colorectal Cancer...

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Eating disorder awareness: Working toward a healthier...

March 14, 2022 by Emily Paulsen

Eating disorder awareness can make a big difference: The earlier an eating disorder is detected and treated, the better a person's chances are...

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Endometriosis Awareness Month: Common endometriosis...

March 7, 2022 by Tayla Holman

Endometriosis is a common health issue for people who menstruate. It affects an estimated one in 10 people with uteruses.

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How to advocate for yourself with your physician

February 9, 2022 by Tayla Holman

It can be difficult to feel empowered to speak up for yourself in a doctor's office. Find some ideas and tools for how to speak with your physician...

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Health savings account benefits: Answers to commonly...

February 8, 2022 by Emily Paulsen

The start of the new year is a fantastic time to review your benefits and how you can get the most out of them.

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A heart-healthy food guide for Valentine's Day

February 7, 2022 by Bana Jobe

How to incorporate heart healthy foods into your daily diet as well as special occasions such as Valentine's Day

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How to promote cervical health

January 24, 2022 by Tayla Holman

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

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COVID vaccine misinformation and pregnant women

January 21, 2022

Experts dispel myths about pregnancy, fertility and COVID-19 vaccination

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Seasonal affective disorder self-care: Feel better...

January 17, 2022 by Emily Paulsen

Many people start feeling tired, less motivated and a little down in the dumps as the sunlit hours start to dwindle.

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Wondering how to make New Year's resolutions stick?...

January 10, 2022 by Emily Paulsen

The New Year feels like a fresh start, and it's a time when many people choose to make healthy changes.

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Folic acid deficiency symptoms: Should you talk...

January 3, 2022 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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Joint replacement surgery: your questions answered

December 27, 2021 by Emily Paulsen

If someone is having consistent joint pain, they may be considering joint replacement in the hopes that their pain will be alleviated and are...

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Choosing the right weight loss surgery

December 20, 2021 by Emily Paulsen

Readers may have heard of gastric bypass and other weight loss surgeries, but what is the safest form of weight loss surgery?

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What to eat when craving sugar

December 13, 2021 by Tayla Holman

Sugar is addictive, and not just metaphorically.

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5 holiday recipes to use up peak produce

December 6, 2021 by Bana Jobe

While many of us have a goal to consume in-season produce, it can be difficult to brainstorm what to make with in-season fruits and vegetables...

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5 heart risk factors to watch after age 40

November 30, 2021

There are certain risk factors you should start monitoring when you turn 40.

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Heart failure and heart rhythm: The link you need...

November 30, 2021

Heart failure can set the stage for a heart to beat out of sync, or to become arrhythmic.

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Ready to run? How to start a couch to 5k plan

November 22, 2021 by Bana Jobe

As we approach the season for "Turkey Trots" and other 5ks, some may need a bit of motivation to get back into the running or jogging groove.

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Diaphragmatic breathing exercises for COPD

November 15, 2021 by Tayla Holman

When you have COPD, there are a few things you can do to help manage or reduce your symptoms. Diaphragmatic breathing exercises, among other ...

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How to check for testicular cancer: Do a self-...

November 8, 2021 by Emily Paulsen

In 2021 American Cancer Society estimates there will be about 9,470 new cases of testicular cancer diagnosed and about 440 deaths from testicular...

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5 ways to stay healthy during holiday travel

November 1, 2021 by Bana Jobe

Especially now, staying safe and healthy while traveling is of the utmost importance. What precautions should travelers take when flying or driving?

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Easy spine-strengthening exercises to improve ...

October 25, 2021 by Emily Paulsen

As many of us are spending more and more time seated, taking good care of our spines is as important as ever. For world spine day (10/16), this...

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Screening for colon cancer: you have options

January 22, 2020

The American Cancer Society updated their guidelines for colorectal cancer screenings, dropping the age for an initial screening from 50 to 45...

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How to conduct a breast self‑exam

October 11, 2019

Our expert physicians recommend women age 20 and over conduct monthly breast self-exams to catch any signs of breast cancer at its earliest stages...

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Breast Cancer Myths Debunked

August 21, 2018

There is so much information about breast cancer online, it can be hard to separate fact from fiction. We’ve called out some common myths here...

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Mammograms What to Expect

August 15, 2018

Learn what to expect during a mammogram, including how to prepare, what is considered high risk and the difference between common breast screen...

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Understanding colorectal cancer

August 15, 2018

Colorectal cancer is one of the most common cancers diagnosed each year in the United States. Learn more about colon/rectal cancer and what you...

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Is arthritis preventable? Tips for keeping your...

Using an air purifier for allergies, asthma and...

Benefits of daily meditation for depression and...

Types of pregnancy complications at different ...

Why you should consider becoming a national organ...

5 easy ways to reduce stress

Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month: When should...

Eating disorder awareness: Working toward a healthier...

Endometriosis Awareness Month: Common endometriosis...

How to advocate for yourself with your physician

Health savings account benefits: Answers to commonly...

A heart-healthy food guide for Valentine's Day

How to promote cervical health

COVID vaccine misinformation and pregnant women

Seasonal affective disorder self-care: Feel better...

Wondering how to make New Year's resolutions stick?...

Folic acid deficiency symptoms: Should you talk...

Joint replacement surgery: your questions answered

Choosing the right weight loss surgery

What to eat when craving sugar

5 holiday recipes to use up peak produce

5 heart risk factors to watch after age 40

Heart failure and heart rhythm: The link you need...

Ready to run? How to start a couch to 5k plan

Diaphragmatic breathing exercises for COPD

How to check for testicular cancer: Do a self-...

5 ways to stay healthy during holiday travel

Easy spine-strengthening exercises to improve ...

Screening for colon cancer: you have options

How to conduct a breast self‑exam

Breast Cancer Myths Debunked

Mammograms What to Expect

Understanding colorectal cancer