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Catering to readers seeking insights on adopting healthier habits for their physical and mental well-being, this section offers practical advice on exercise, fitness, heart health, nutrition, and other facets of personal wellness. From tips on movement and diet to in-depth discussions about cardiovascular health and the mind-body connection, the goal is to provide a well-rounded perspective on taking an informed, holistic approach to one's health.
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How to Strengthen Your Lower Back with Exercises
Whether you are picking up groceries or your grandchildren, a strong back is crucial for daily activities and pain prevention. But you might wonder how...
Xiaflex Improves Hand Function
Dupuytren’s disease is the most common inherited connective tissue disorder. The disease can cause Dupuytren’s contracture, which in some cases can significantly affect hand function....
Staph Infection: Signs, Stages and Treatment
Up to 30% of us carry the bacterium known as Staphylococcus aureus on our skin or in our nose…and in most cases, we’re not affected...
Fight, Flight, Freeze, Fawn: Understanding How We Respond to Trauma
You’ve likely heard of the fight-or-flight response to a threat, but did you know there actually are four different ways that your body might respond?...
Recognize Early Signs of Dementia
A memory lapse, a few seconds of confusion, or any other noticeable moment of trouble with thinking skills can set off alarm bells. Are these...
PCSK9 Inhibitors’ LDL-Lowering Ability Saves Lives
Cholesterol-lowering drugs known as proprotein convertase subtilisin/kexin type 9 (PCSK9) inhibitors may not be well-known, but when added to statin therapy they provide powerful protection...
Tachycardia: Should You Worry About a Fast Heart Rate?
It is normal for your heart rate to soar in the presence of danger, exertion or certain forms of stress, including pain. In these cases,...
Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy Can Ease Chronic Pain
Emotional awareness—the ability to recognize, understand, and process emotions—has long been recognized as essential for mental well-being. Now, a growing body of research suggests that...
What Is a Heart Stent?
A heart stent is an expandable mesh tube that is placed inside a coronary artery to improve blood flow. Stents are used to push obstructing...
Osteoporosis Medications: What You Should Know
If you have been told you have the bone-thinning disease osteoporosis, your doctor probably will recommend you adopt lifestyle strategies that may help boost your...
MCHC Blood Test: What It Is…Why You Need One
A complete blood count (CBC) is one of the most common blood tests ordered by doctors. A CBC often includes a test for MCHC, which...
