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Memory Loss: It's Not Always About Aging
Blaming memory loss on age is so common we even have a term for it. Who hasn’t joked about having a “senior moment” when you forget something? Maybe you blanked on the name of a neighbor or searched the whole house for your cell phone -- only to find you were talking on it the whole time.
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Pneumonia: What You Should Know
The COVID-19 pandemic has reminded us of the deadly potential of pneumonia, with virus-related infections wreaking havoc on the lungs of some patients. But even without COVID-19 in the picture, watching a loved one deal with coughing, wheezing and labored breathing can be a frightening experience. The worrying symptoms can linger even after treatment is complete.
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Why Men Don’t Go to Therapy
From a young age, boys often are told that they need to be strong and independent, keeping their emotions and thoughts to themselves. This belief has far-reaching consequences. In the United States, men are 3.6 times more likely to die by suicide than women. The higher suicide risk is associated with men being less likely to seek help for mental health struggles.
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Do Other Types of Smoking Hurt Your Heart?
At this point, most of us understand the hazards of smoking cigarettes and cigars. It’s been well proven that these products increase your risk for heart disease, hypertension and heart attack. But what about other types of smoking?
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3 Ways To Prepare for a Virtual Doctor Appointment
When life gets busy, it can be difficult to squeeze in a doctor visit. Telehealth appointments save time, especially if you take steps to prepare before you meet with your physician virtually.
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Why Are You Gaining Weight? Hormones Might Be the Problem
If you’re gaining weight, chances are poor diet and a sedentary lifestyle are the reasons. But that’s not always the case. A hormonal imbalance also can cause you to pack on the pounds.
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What It Takes for Injured Soccer Players To Get Back on the Field
For professional soccer players, the drive to win and push their bodies to the limit mean that injuries are part of the territory. Recovery after a soccer injury can be tough, especially for professionals whose livelihood depends on being in peak shape.
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Child Heart Defect: Signs You Should Know
Is your baby not gaining weight, having feeding issues or breathing problems? It could be a congenital heart defect.
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What Sweat Tells Us About Our Health
The way, and how much, you sweat can give you a good idea of how healthy you are – and alert you when something might be wrong,
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Concussions in Babies and Toddlers: What You Need To Know
At some point, every kid bumps their head — sometimes harder than others. While most of these accidents are minor, all head injuries should be monitored for signs of a concussion, which could get worse without timely and appropriate care.
