Tag: Health Awareness

Tips for Headache Relief

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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?

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

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Vascular Disease Screening

What Are Vascular Disease and Vascular Screenings?

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Vascular disease may sound intimidating. Yet, with proper intervention—like screening—individuals can protect themselves. Here are the most important facts to know about vascular disease and vascular screenings.

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Why (and How) to Quit Smoking

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Cigarette smoking is a risk factor for nearly every medical condition. It’s even recognized as the most preventable cause of death. While smoking cigarettes, even for a short time, can cause detrimental effects on your health, quitting can benefit your health almost immediately.

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Penicillin Allergy? Here Are the Signs to Know

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When you were a kid, you may have been told you were allergic to penicillin. For decades, doctors commonly diagnosed allergies to penicillin —and told many people to avoid it. But the reality is that many people told they were allergic to penicillin don’t have an allergy. In fact, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 10 percent of Americans have been told they have the allergy, but less than one percent is allergic. How can you tell if you have a true penicillin allergy? You’ll need a test for an accurate diagnosis.

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What Is a Healthy Lifestyle?

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Congratulations! You want to live a healthy lifestyle. But what does that mean? It’s more than just eating right and getting exercise, although those are two key components. One step at a time, you can bring wellness into your life.

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