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If you’re living with diabetes, think of your primary care provider (PCP) as your partner in taking charge of your health. You can work together to successfully manage your diabetes so you can stay healthier. It’s important to get the reg...
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This is not the year to skip getting your flu shot. And it isn’t the year to put it off until you hear people are sick with the flu. That’s because it’s likely that flu viruses and the virus that causes COVID-19 will both spread th...
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Back-to-School Planning: Make Sure Your Child’s Health Visits Top the List
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When it comes to a smooth back-to-school experience, preparation is key. Gathering school supplies before the school bell rings is good. So is making sure the kids haven’t outgrown their school clothes and shoes. And catching up on doctor visit...
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Don’t Let Your Mental Health Care End When You Leave the Hospital
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If you’ve been recently discharged from an ER or inpatient hospital for a mental health or substance use concern, continue your journey to wellness with additional care. Professional treatment including therapy and medication management can help...
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What Is Heart Disease?
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Heart disease is a leading killer of men and women in the United States. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), reveals one in four Americans die of heart disease every year. With so much at stake, it’s smart to know the warning...
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Fight the Flu — One Shot at a Time
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Many people don’t know that they can get influenza — the respiratory disease we often call the flu — any time of the year. Flu viruses usually peak between December and February . But cases of flu usually start to increas...
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Summer Heat Safety Reminders
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Staying safe during hot summer months isn’t hard. But there are steps you need to take. Drinking lots of water and wearing sunscreen isn’t enough. Here are three things to know to keep summer fun. UV Rays Can Hurt YouUltraviolet radiatio...
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Immunizations Are a Big Part of Staying Healthy
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You’ve likely heard a lot about immunizations lately. It’s a good reminder to make sure you and your family are up to date on all your routine shots. Who Needs Vaccines? Shots aren’t just for babies or young children. We all need v...
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High Cholesterol Doubles Your Risk for Heart Disease
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Nearly 1 in every 3 Americans have high cholesterol, which can clog blood vessels and lead to heart disease. In fact, people with high total cholesterol have about twice the risk for heart disease as people with healthy levels. Along with family...
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Is Your Child Struggling with Mental Health Issues?
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July 1, 2022
Children have a lot on their minds. They’re always learning new things and facing challenges they’ve never handled before. And the pandemic has made things even harder for many kids. They've struggled with changes to their routines. They...
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A Hug Only Takes 10 Seconds, But the Benefits Last Forever
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Fun fact about hugs: They don’t just give you that warm, fuzzy sense of well-being — they can also be good for your health. It’s true. Hugging for just 10 seconds can increase feel-good hormones like oxytocin, which causes stress ch...
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Minutes of Movement Add Up to a Better Life
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Depression and Anxiety: different, yet similar
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One in 5 adults in the U.S. lives with a mental health issue. You likely know people who are depressed or have anxiety. Some people have both. They are different health problems, but they share some warning signs. Like a medical sickness, hel...
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Reach Out for Help with Drug or Alcohol Problems
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