How Weekend Warriors Can Stay Well

Regular exercise can lower your risk for heart disease, but spotty exercise practices can lead to serious problems. Learn how being a “weekend warrior” can take a toll on your heart and how to exercise safely.

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26 Key Medical Terms That Everyone Should Know

We’ve all been there: Your doctor is trying to explain something important to you, but all you hear is jargon and acronyms. Sometimes understanding just enough to ask the right questions can make all the difference. Learn these key medical terms and have more informed conversations with your doctor.

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4 Practical Tips for Reducing Your Heart Disease Risk

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in Maryland, but that doesn’t mean that heart problems are inevitable. There are many changes you can make to your day-to-day life that will decrease your risk. Find out how.

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5 Reasons Why You Need a Primary Care Provider

While you can receive some of the same types of basic care from walk-in clinics or urgent care centers, primary care providers offer a unique value that can have a huge impact on your health. Find out some of the best reasons that you should consider getting (or keeping) a primary care provider.

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16 Questions You Should Ask Your New Primary Care Provider

Finding the right primary doctor can be a challenge. It’s important to ask the right questions. Find out if a doctor is right for you with these 16 questions.

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5 Ways to Avoid the ER This Winter

Winter presents potentially injury-causing hazards more than almost any other season. Studies have shown that winter months, especially during harsh weather years, coincide with a spike in emergency room visits. Learn some of the simple ways you can stay out of the ER this winter.

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9 Easy Ways to Fit Exercise Into Your Life

Finding time to exercise can be challenging, but there are many ways that you can carve out time in your day for a little movement. Find out how.

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Joints Hurt? Here’s How to Ease Joint Pain When Temps Drop

Doctors often hear more complaints about joint pain when temperatures drop. Whether you have arthritis, a joint condition, or just run-of-the-mill soreness, there are several ways you can reduce your pain when it’s cold outside.

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Healthy Alternatives for 4 High-Calorie Holiday Food Favorites

During the holidays, it seems like almost every event and occasion centers around food and drink. Unfortunately, this means that we often encounter delicious temptations around every corner. While treats can be enjoyed in moderation,

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Not Feeling the Holiday Joy? See Our Tips for Keeping the Holidays Merry.

The holidays are supposed to be the most wonderful time of the year, but for many people, this isn’t the case. Depression affects millions of people each year, and this can actually worsen around the