Articles filed under Health
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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...
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Quaker Oats recalls granola products over concerns of salmonella contaminationDec 16, 2023 11:49 pm - CHICAGO (AP) — Quaker Oats on Friday recalled several of its granola products, including granola bars and cereals, saying the foods could be contaminated with salmonella....
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Grief & healing: Make today a good dayDec 16, 2023 9:49 am - My late husband didn’t believe in dwelling on the past. I think it’s a type of self-protection that’s actually quite healthy. No wallowing. We all must do our best over life’s journey.
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In hypochondria paradox, Swedish study finds a higher death rate in those who fear serious illnessDec 16, 2023 9:46 am - A large Swedish study has uncovered a paradox about people diagnosed with an excessive fear of serious illness: They tend to die earlier than people who aren’t hypervigilant about health concerns.
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'Insurance godmothers' sign up Latinos for Obamacare in pro-Trump areas as he threatens to repeal itDec 16, 2023 8:13 am - MIAMI (AP) — Salsa music blares from the food court in a rundown Miami shopping center as Latinos head to a kiosk and an office showing signs for “ Obamacare,” where they...