Tag: Health Awareness

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What Does the Term ‘Ejection Fraction’ Mean for Your Heart?

The phrase “ejection fraction” is something many people have never heard until they or a loved one are diagnosed with a heart condition. Learn why measuring a person’s ejection fraction is so important for determining their overall heart health and creating a treatment plan.

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Staying Hydrated When You Have Diabetes

When you have diabetes, it is extremely important to stay well-hydrated. Even mild dehydration can cause your blood sugar to become unstable. Learn why and what you can do.

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IBS Treatment: Find Relief from Digestive Distress

Irritable bowel syndrome, or IBS, is a disruptive disorder that can be difficult to discuss openly, but living with the disorder doesn’t need to hold you back from living your best life. Learn about IBS relief today.

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How Can Older Adults Have Better Mental Health?

The health of older adults often revolves around changing physical capabilities, but it’s important not to ignore the mental adjustments that people go through as they age.

Tips for Headache Relief

Headaches can easily seem like routine challenges we face as we go about our busy lives. Take some painkillers, take a few moments of peace and quiet in a dark room and hope the pain goes away. Don’t just deal with the pain though. Understand what’s happening so you can get some relief.

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The Relationship Between Diabetes and Heart Disease

Heart disease is a common health issue that many people understand the basics of. But the connection between diabetes and heart disease may not be as well known. Learn why people living with diabetes should pay careful attention to their heart health.

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When to Visit Urgent Care for COPD

On a good day, COPD symptoms may be hardly noticeable and you can go about your daily routine without much thought to the disease. But you should take note when symptoms start to turn problematic and uncomfortable. Consider working with your provider to create an action plan for when and where to seek care—before COPD becomes a health emergency.

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Your Quick and Easy Guide to Adult Vaccines

Though we receive many of our essential vaccines as children, some immunizations wear off over time. Here are some of the essential adult vaccines that everyone should be aware of.

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Concerned Your Child Has a Developmental Delay? Here’s What to Do

Watching your child grow is an amazing experience. But what if they aren’t developing as fast as other kids? Learn if you should be concerned and what to do.

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What Are the Best Exercises for Lower Back Pain?

Living with lower back pain? There are solutions. One simple tactic is performing back-specific exercises—most of which can be done at home.