Articles filed under Health
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How to cut your risk of traveler’s diarrhea by more than halfApr 03, 2026 9:08 am - Around 1 in 3 people traveling abroad will get diarrhea, most commonly within the first week of the trip. That’s an enormous number of vacationers who end up instead as … party poopers. Luckily, bismuth subsalicylate can help you feel better.
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Check your numbers: What high blood pressure does to your bodyApr 03, 2026 9:05 am - Nearly half of adults in the United States have hypertension, or high blood pressure — but many of them, an estimated 11 million people, don’t know it. The condition is a leading cause of preventable death, increasing the risk of heart disease, kidney disease and stroke.
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Ask the doctors: Neuropathy has many causes beyond diabetesApr 03, 2026 9:02 am - Neuropathy is a condition in which the nerves in the body no longer function properly. It can occur due to physical damage to the nerve itself. It can also be from metabolic causes such as diabetes, autoimmune or inflammatory conditions and infection.
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Patient advocate: In health coverage, the details matterApr 03, 2026 9:01 am - When it comes to your health insurance, whether private or government-provided, not paying attention to the details can be costly.
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Children’s health: Warm weather safety tips for active kidsApr 03, 2026 8:59 am - The joys of warmer weather bring the possibility of injuries that can pop up as kids get more active. Here are a few ways to help keep your children safe during these warmer months.
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Helping kids handle big feelings: GPS event offers coping strategies for young childrenMar 30, 2026 12:50 pm - GPS Parent Series presents "Coping Skills to Address Anger and Challenging Feelings" on April 9 via Zoom with licensed mental health counselor Janine Halloran as part of the Week of the Young Child celebration.
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Pollen problems: How to protect yourself during allergy seasonMar 27, 2026 9:51 am - Experts say climate change is leading to longer and more intense allergy seasons, but also point out that treatments for seasonal allergies have become more effective over the last decade.
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How to create best practices for your child’s social media useMar 27, 2026 9:48 am - For many parents, battles over screen time, fears of online harm and difficulty pulling kids away from endlessly scrolling has become a part of navigating an increasingly digital childhood. And while there are tips when it comes to kids’ screen time, experts say the most helpful thing a parent can do is simply talk to their kids.
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Stress and counseling awareness go hand in handMar 27, 2026 9:27 am - Whether it was intentional or coincidental, April features two “awareness” months that complement each other: Counseling Awareness Month and Stress Awareness Month. The former is a tool to help you cope with the latter.
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Children’s health: How anxiety can affect your child’s stomachMar 27, 2026 9:27 am - Experts say there is a strong connection between a child’s gut and their brain — and it can play a big role in both physical and emotional health.