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Flu Risks Greater for Racial Minorities
People from racial and ethnic minority groups are more likely to be hospitalized when they have the flu. They are…
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Flu Risks and Chronic Conditions
Chronic health conditions can increase your risk of being hospitalized with influenza (the flu). Getting an annual flu vaccine is…
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Meal Plans and How They Help
Meal plans are a great resource for eating healthy at any age.
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“Why do I smoke?" Quiz
Knowing why you smoke might be the answer to quitting for good.
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Immunizations
Vaccinations are safe, effective, and required for many activities including school. Maintaining a vaccine schedule will protect you from many…
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Brain Training for Seniors
Exercising your brain is important to reduce your risk of developing dementia.
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Tips for Healthy Children and Families
By working together as a family to eat well and stay active, you can help your children build healthy habits…
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Passing Healthy Habits on to Your Children
Teach your children how to live healthy. Start when they are young. This helps them avoid making unhealthy choices and…
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Healthy Habits at Age 60 and Beyond
A look at tips, tricks, advice and the benefits of maintaining healthy eating and exercise habits as you get…
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Colonoscopy
A colonoscopy is a normal procedure during which your doctor will look at the inside of your large intestine, also…
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CBD Oil
CBD is short for cannabidiol. It is a chemical found in the Cannabis sativa plant. CBD oil does not make…
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The Dangers of Tanning Beds
Tanning beds are the source of intense ultraviolet (UV) radiation. They are not safe.
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Effects of Sun Exposure
A small amount of sun exposure is good for us, but too much exposure to UV rays is harmful. It…
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Kegel Exercises for Your Pelvic Muscles
Kegel exercises strengthen the muscles under the uterus, bladder, and bowel (large intestine).
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Health Guides: Health is a State of Mind and Body
Adopting healthy habits allows you to take charge of both your physical and mental health, as well as positively influencing…
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Genetic Testing: What You Should Know
Genes are found in chromosomes and are made up of DNA. We inherit genes from our parents. Our gene structure…
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What You Can Do to Maintain Your Health
Good health can decrease your risk of developing certain conditions. Learn what you can do to maintain your health.
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Preventive Services for Healthy Living
A preventive service might be a test, an immunization or vaccine, or advice from your doctor. These services can detect…
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The Dangers of Secondhand Smoke
Just because you aren’t the person smoking the cigarette doesn’t mean it can’t harm you. Secondhand smoke contains more than…
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Mouth and Teeth: How to Keep Them Healthy
Taking good care of your mouth and teeth can help prevent problems. You can do this by brushing and flossing…