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Creating a plan for COVID-19

With the outbreak of Coronavirus (COVID-19), we know you’ve got a lot on your mind. The health of you and your loved ones is likely at the top of the list. While everyone’s situation...

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Over-the-counter pain relievers, such as ibuprofen, are generally safe when taken as directed — but they may not be your best bet, especially if you suffer from kidney disease, stomach ulcers, heart problems or...

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Fertility Treatment: Is it Right for You?

You may be thinking about fertility treatment, but aren’t sure if it’s the right step for you. To help you make a decision, here’s what you need to know about infertility, treatment options and...

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Ready to Quit Smoking? Here’s How

You’ve been told more times than you want to count that smoking is bad for you. Maybe you’ve tried repeatedly to give it up. It’s not easy. Yet, if you do quit smoking, the...

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The Best Food for Healthy Skin

Want to brighten your complexion, reduce breakouts and get rid of dark circles under your eyes? If so, age-fighting foods are a must. Along with a healthy lifestyle, choosing the right food for healthy...

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Checkups and Preventative Care for Men

Men are less likely to go to the doctor than women, according to research from Rutgers University. Yet, regular checkups are a must for men who want to live longer, healthier lives — and spend...

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Short-Term Disability: Preparing for the Unexpected

Sometimes life throws you a curve ball that there’s no way to be fully prepared to handle. When you’re faced with an injury or a sudden illness, having to take unexpected time off from...

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Eye Surgery, Glasses or Contacts?

Whether you’ve just been diagnosed with a vision problem or you’ve been visiting the eye doctor for years, you may wonder whether your choice of glasses or contacts is actually the best option for...

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Vacation Getaway: How Taking Time Off Benefits Your Health and Your Job

Do you have vacation days piling up? If so, you’re not alone. According to a recent report from Bankrate.com, more than half of American workers left at least some of their paid vacation days unused...

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How to Cut Back on Sugar Without Feeling Deprived

Do you know how to cut back on sugar? It isn’t always easy with the sweet stuff hiding in surprising places. Plus, feeling deprived makes it almost impossible to reduce your intake because you’re...

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Staying Healthy During the Holidays

Fall and winter holidays lead to some of the best eating of the year, while the colder weather makes us want to curl up with a blanket in front of a fire. But you...

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7 Surprising Facts About the Flu Virus

We are now in the midst of flu season, and it’s a good time to spruce up your hand-washing routine and consider ways to stay well. The influenza virus has been around for millennia;...

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