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  • How Does a Drug Become a Generic: Facts vs. Myths

    October 23, 2023
    Taking a generic drug is not like buying a store-brand soap. With soap, you might notice a difference. It may smell different. You may need to use more than the brand-name product. That is not true with generic drugs. When companies make a bran...
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  • Clear the Air: The Truth About E-Cigarettes, Vaping and Smoking

    October 20, 2023
    Many people, mostly teens and young adults, think e-cigs are cool or a healthier choice than smoking cigarettes. Whether they look like cigarettes, pipes, pens or lipstick holders, they all use a vapor to deliver nicotine without tobacco. This...
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  • Be an Advocate for Your Own Care

    October 16, 2023
    Prevention is an important part of being healthy. That can mean having a yearly exam. It can mean having routine screening tests. When an illness can’t be avoided, stepping up to help direct your own health care is critical. Get Involved in You....
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  • Don’t Put It Off: Your Health Will Thank You

    October 15, 2023
    Some health problems can be avoided. And there’s a good way to start avoiding them: preventive check-ups and screenings. Exercising, eating right, getting enough sleep and staying away from things that can harm your health, like tobacco, are a...
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  • The Link Between Diabetes and Depression

    October 7, 2023
    Your mental health touches so many parts of your daily life. It affects how you think and feel, handle stress, relate to others, and make choices. Your thoughts and feelings affect how healthy you are. It isn’t surprising that having a mental h...
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  • Treat Yourself Right: Stay on Top of Your Diabetes Care

    October 6, 2023
    No one likes to go get health screenings and tests. But if you have diabetes, there are some tests you really need to get done. The tests that will show what steps you need to take so you don’t get sicker. The ones that can save you from much b....
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  • Every Breath You Take

    October 5, 2023
    Your home may be warm and cozy, but is it good for your lungs? People tend to take their lungs for granted. We know we can’t live without them, but we don’t spend much time taking care of them. But as outdoor activities give way to indoo...
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  • Did You Know Taking Certain Medications Can Raise Your Risk of Diabetes?

    Did You Know Taking Certain Medications Can Raise Your Risk of Diabetes?

    October 3, 2023
    Diabetes is a serious health issue and early detection is vital. If you’re taking medicine for bipolar disorder, schizophrenia or schizoaffective disorder, talk to your health care provider. If you are at risk, you may need a simple test to check...
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  • Healthy Gut, Healthy Life?

    September 28, 2023
    You may have heard that your gut is your second brain. The saying gives a sense of how vital your digestive system is to the rest of your body. But what does it mean? A network of hundreds of millions of nerve cells called neurons line the gut, or...
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  • Create a Routine for Better Sleep

    September 28, 2023
    Most Americans have some type of trouble with sleep. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 1 in 3 American adults say they’re not getting enough sleep every day. And millions of Americans have chronic sleep disorders....
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  • Is Vaping as Bad for Your Health as Smoking?

    September 27, 2023
    One of the worst things you can do for your lungs and your overall health is to smoke. But many still don’t know that vaping is also dangerous. While experts expressed concern from the start, not everyone got the message. What Is Vaping? Vaping....
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  • Have You Had Your Health Screenings This Year?

    September 7, 2023
    Whether it’s your annual wellness visit or your cholesterol test, it’s important to keep up with your health screenings. They play an important role in catching small health problems before they become big ones. Add your annual exam and h...
    • 8749 Views

  • Is It Cold, Flu, Allergies or COVID-19?

    September 7, 2023
    If you have sniffles, sneezes, coughing or sore throat, it can be hard to tell if your symptoms are from allergies, a cold, the flu, COVID-19 or RSV. Until you know for sure what’s causing your symptoms, it’s always good to err on the sid...
    • 22902 Views

  • Stay Safe in the Summertime

    September 7, 2023
    For many people, summer is the best time of the year. It’s filled with long days spent outside crammed full of fun activities. But summer brings its own challenges when it comes to keeping your family healthy. Nothing puts the brakes on a good ...
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  • Healthy Eating: Avoid Portion Pitfalls

    September 7, 2023
    Most people know they should eat nutritious foods to maintain a healthy weight and avoid serious health problems. Still, there may be a big part of healthy eating you’re not paying enough attention to — portion sizes. What you eat matters...
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