Articles filed under Health
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Grief & healing: Navigating nostalgia and ChristmasDec 23, 2023 6:00 am - Ho ho ho. Here it is, almost Christmas Day. My Christmas turkey is almost ready to go in the oven. I must make (or order) a feast, whether I’ll be just by myself or havin...
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8 parenting goals to start the new year strongDec 22, 2023 6:00 am - New Year’s resolutions can be sweeping and grand, but often you can reap the biggest rewards by building off the strengths already in place. Helping to make your family s...
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Holidays got you anxious? Experts offer tips on enjoying the season stress-freeDec 21, 2023 6:24 am - The holiday season can be joyous, filled with family gatherings, good will and exchanges of gifts. It also can also be a time fraught with stress and anxiety. Finding way...
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Sleep problems linked to heart health risks during and after menopauseDec 19, 2023 7:22 am - How well a woman sleeps – not just how long – as she transitions through menopause may affect her projected risk for heart disease and stroke, new research suggests. The ...
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Lifestyle changes can help fight sleep inertiaDec 19, 2023 12:29 am - Q: I recently heard on social media about something called sleep inertia. It came up in a conversation about how to get a better night’s sleep. Is this real, or was i...
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Pediatric eating disorder hospitalizations on the riseDec 18, 2023 6:27 am - According to a newly released study, researchers have found that hospitalizations for pediatric eating disorders are alarmingly on the rise, including some children who d...
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How to keep yourself safe this holiday seasonDec 18, 2023 6:25 am - Yes, it’s the most wonderful time of the year, at least according to singer Andy Williams. But it’s also the time of year when emergency departments tend to see more acci...
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‘I don’t know what I’d do without them’: Dentist volunteers offer free care to patientsDec 17, 2023 5:47 pm - Editor’s note: This story has been updated to correct the amount the McCormick Foundation will contribute for every dollar donated by a reader. About 10 years ago, w...
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Diabetes control at the holidays: It’s not about perfectionDec 17, 2023 2:11 pm - Making healthy choices during the winter holidays can be challenging for anyone. For people with diabetes, it can be even harder. Disruptions brought on by travel, stress...
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Latin dance can liven up holiday celebrations and boost healthDec 17, 2023 2:07 pm - Family gatherings and workplace parties with mouth-watering spreads are hallmarks of the holiday season. But if you want to boost your holiday cheer and your health simul...