Category: Conditions & Treatments

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5 Easy Ways to Get a Better Night’s Sleep

A good night’s sleep is crucial for feeling your best both physically and mentally. Unfortunately, many people don’t get the essential 7 to 8 hours of sleep that their bodies need. See what habits you can adopt to sleep a little more soundly.

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4 Steps To Relieve Stress in Your Daily Life

Stress can negatively impact our lives and even our physical health. Discover a few easy techniques you can use to manage this sometimes overwhelming emotion.

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Everything You Need to Know About Spring Allergies

Spring is a beautiful time of the year — unless you have allergies. Find out how you can tell if you have allergies and how you can relieve your symptoms.

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Are You At Risk for Kidney Stones?

Most people know that kidney stones can be incredibly painful, but most don’t know what they are or what causes them. Find out if you might be at an increased risk for developing kidney stones.

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Women’s Heart Attack Symptoms: Do You Know the Signs?

The classic heart attack symptom is described as feeling a huge weight on your chest. Yet women’s symptoms often differ from men’s. Women may have more subtle symptoms prior to a cardiovascular event, such as increasing fatigue or insomnia.

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You Have A Shot At Preventing Cancer

The human papillomavirus virus (HPV) vaccine is important for preventing common HPV strains that lead to many types of cancer. Discover some common myths and facts surrounding this vaccine.

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4 Post-Menopausal Conditions You Should Know About

Menopause doesn’t just affect hormones. It can also increase your risk of developing certain conditions. Find out more about what health problems you should be on the lookout for.

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What Are Clinical Trials?

Clinical trials help determine whether a newly developed treatment for a number of diseases are effective or not. Find out more about clinical trials and how they might be helpful to you.

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Everything You Need to Know About Rotator Cuff Tears

A rotator cuff tear is one of the most common shoulder injuries, but it can make many daily activities painful and difficult to perform. Find out what causes and symptoms of a rotator cuff tear.

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Had a Mastectomy? Here Are Your Reconstruction Options.

Breast reconstruction isn’t required as part of a breast cancer treatment plan, but it can help address the body image and self-esteem challenges that many women face after tackling the disease. See what reconstruction options are available to you.