Mental Health

A Better Marriage Means Better Health
Mental Health

A Better Marriage Means Better Health

Kerry Lusignan, LMHC | May 1, 2023

A happy marriage is like a tonic for your health. People who feel loved, respected, supported, and connected to their…

Spring Fever
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Spring Fever

Jamison Starbuck, ND | April 8, 2023

Is spring fever a real illness or just a quaint way to excuse the atypical behavior we find ourselves doing…

Protect Your Health On a Changing Planet
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Protect Your Health On a Changing Planet

Micah B. Hahn, PhD, MPH | April 6, 2023

When you think of climate change, you probably think of problems with ecological health, like drought, rising sea levels, and…

Pain in the Backside
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Pain in the Backside

Krina Vyas, MD | April 4, 2023

Sciatica is surprisingly common. According to a study published in 2020 in the Journal of the AAOS (the American Academy…

3 Unexpected Ways to Protect Your Heart
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3 Unexpected Ways to Protect Your Heart

Jayne Morgan, MD | April 2, 2023

We all know that eating well, exercising, and avoiding smoking are key to heart health, but some pleasant habits may…

Vitamin D Benefits
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Vitamin D Benefits

Michael F. Holick, PhD, MD | March 20, 2023

If you follow health news online, you’re likely to see an endless barrage of contradictory information on this crucial vitamin.…

Positivity Protects Your Heart
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Positivity Protects Your Heart

Glenn N. Levine, MD | February 1, 2023

We’ve all heard the expression, “It almost gave me a heart attack!” in response to shocking or frightening news. It…

Regular Exercise Reduces Dementia Risk
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Regular Exercise Reduces Dementia Risk

Barry A. Franklin, PhD | January 9, 2023

There’s increasing evidence that consistent physical activity can lower the risk of dementia. But not all exervise is the same.…

Beat the Mid-Winter Blues
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Beat the Mid-Winter Blues

Jamison Starbuck, ND | January 5, 2023

If winter finds you a bit down in the dumps, you are not alone. Studies show that more than 5…

The Easy Artery Health Test
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The Easy Artery Health Test

Donald M. Lloyd-Jones, MD | December 3, 2022

A painless imaging test can let your doctor peek right into your arteries to see if dangerous plaque deposits (atherosclerosis)…

It’s Smart to Socialize
Mental Health

It’s Smart to Socialize

December 1, 2022

If you want to improve your mental performance immediately, socialize. That’s the intriguing finding of a recent study published in…

Grow Stronger Every Day
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Grow Stronger Every Day

Sharlyn Green, MBA | November 6, 2022

In every stage of life, and at all ages, exercise is proven to be beneficial, but some seniors may not…

Low Testosterone Could Make COVID-19 Worse
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Low Testosterone Could Make COVID-19 Worse

Chris Iliades, MD | November 1, 2022

Hospital records during the COVID-19 pandemic show that men are more likely to be hospitalized for severe COVID than women.…

7 Surprising Asthma Triggers
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7 Surprising Asthma Triggers

Jeffrey G. Demain, MD | October 4, 2022

If you have asthma, you already know that things like cigarette smoke, animal dander, and dust can trigger a dangerous…

Stretch to Feel Your Best
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Stretch to Feel Your Best

Michelle Leachman | September 6, 2022

Waking up with stiff, achy muscles and joints? Taking a few minutes to stretch can help you warm up your…