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Strengthen Your Immune System with 7 Simple Strategies

February 9, 2022

From diet and exercise to washing your hands, learn what the experts say about keeping your immune system in shape to protect you from becoming ill.

Healthy Foods for Cold Weather

February 4, 2022

A healthy diet helps maintain your health and boosts your energy in winter months.

How to Be Prepared for Your Next Appointment

November 9, 2021

Knowing how to prepare for your next medical appointment can save you time and money—and make you healthier in the long run. It is important to know what to bring with you and think about what questions to ask. Being prepared is a first step to better health.

Why Do You Need an Annual Wellness Exam?

November 9, 2021

Establishing a primary care relationship can be transformative. Your annual physical is an opportunity to optimize your overall wellbeing. Research shows that preventive health — making positive choices — is a powerful tool for staying or becoming disease-free. Excellent primary care prevents diseases and the need for medications.

What Is a Nurse Practitioner?

November 9, 2021

Gone are the days when a “doctor” was the only choice if you needed medical attention. Advanced practice providers (APPs), such as nurse practitioners (NPs) and physician assistants (PAs) are filling a much-needed role in the health care industry.

How to Tell if You Have Edema

November 9, 2021

If you have congestive heart failure or a related disease, your doctor might have you check whether you have fluid build-up in your feet, ankles or lower legs that causes swelling called edema. Here is a guide on what to look for and what you can do to prevent edema or swelling in your legs.

Healthy Eating on a Budget

October 30, 2021

Eating healthy foods can improve your health or keep you healthy. Fortunately, eating foods that are good for you doesn’t have to cost a lot. Using three easy techniques, you can eat healthfully and stay on a budget.

Are You Vitamin D-Deficient? Here’s How to Know

October 6, 2021

You’ve probably heard of vitamin D, but do you know what it is? Vitamin D plays an essential role in how your body functions. When you’re vitamin D-deficient, you may be at risk of several potential health issues.

What Helps Restless Legs Syndrome? Plus 3 Things to Avoid

October 4, 2021

Many people have dealt with a jumpy sensation in the body at some point as they try to drift off to sleep. But when it occurs persistently and primarily affects the legs, it can be a sign of restless legs syndrome, a common sleep disorder.

When Is Allergy Season? That Depends on Your Allergy

August 31, 2021

You often hear the phrase “allergy season,” but when is allergy season, exactly? That’s a bit of a trick question. There are allergy seasons that run throughout the year, and whether you’re affected at a given time depends on what allergens your body reacts to and when those are in the air.

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