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We lead busy lives—we work, spend time with our children or grandchildren, exercise, and even squeeze in date nights with our partners. There are only 24 hours in a day, and sometimes it’s hard to fit in regular health screenings. However, those appointments could catch gynecologic cancers early on—when it’s most treatable. There are five types of gynecological cancers: cervical, uterine, ovarian, vaginal and vulvar. Risk factors for these cancers include contracting HPV, being 60 or older, family histo...
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Coming off the heels of Labor Day, it may be hard to believe that the average American once worked 12 hours per day and seven days per week to make a living in the late 1800s. Whether it’s due to long hours, lack of job security, or poor work-life balance, stress can lead to depression, anxiety, irritability, headaches, stomachaches, trouble sleeping and muscle pain. Working over 55 hours per week can even raise your risk of ischemic heart disease and stroke. Luckily, many of us aren’t putting in 55-hou...
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Black and orange may not be the only colors you associate with October. Chances are you’ll also see friends, family and co-workers donning pink ribbons for breast cancer awareness this month. Though we usually associate pink with women, it’s important to know that breast cancer affects people of all genders. In America, 264,000 women and 2,400 men are diagnosed with breast cancer annually. To make sure you “think pink,” here are three ways to take care of yourself. Know the Risks Those at higher risk in...
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We all say it when we feel the first inklings of a stuffy nose, a sore throat or a slight cough— “I can't afford to get sick right now.” None of us has the time or energy to take off work, stay home from school or fight off illness, especially right after the holidays. But there’s a reason a lot of people are feeling “under the weather” right now. We are more susceptible to catching colds and other illnesses in the winter months. That's because our immune system is weaker in the winter than in the summe...
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Don’t let misinformation make waves. Knowing the facts about breast health can help keep you afloat in a sea of information. Myth: Only women have to worry about breast cancer. Fact: Though breast cancer is less common in men, it is more likely to be fatal. The CDC reported 2,300 new cases of male breast cancer in 2017. Myth: You can find all lumps with a self-exam. Fact: Breast cancer doesn’t always cause lumps, and if bumps do develop, it could mean cancer has spread to your lymph nodes. While y...
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As a new mother, it can be hard to find your footing. According to the Pew Research Center, 45 percent of moms with kids younger than 6 years say parenting is tiring all or most of the time. How can you make the adjustment easier? You took breastfeeding and prenatal classes, read every book you could get your hands on, and soaked up all the advice you could get from friends and family. However, all of that pales in comparison to the reality of caring for a newborn. How can you handle this new world of m...
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More than 50 million Americans battle allergies each year—and pollen produced by trees, grasses and weeds is frequently the cause. While pollen is harmless to some, the immune system of someone allergic releases antibodies to eliminate what it perceives as a danger. The histamines released during that process cause your eyes, nose and throat to swell, itch and produce mucus. Even if you know all about pollen, you may not know the best ways to combat it. Avoid these common spring allergy mistakes that ca...
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Everyone feels angry, irritated, nervous or sad sometimes. Generally, a reaction to a stressor in your life—like a major deadline at work—shouldn’t be cause for concern. Those feelings pass as soon as the project is over. But what if those emotions linger past that date, or maybe for no reason at all? It might indicate you are battling a treatable mental illness. The National Institutes of Health (NIH) reports: 19% of U.S. adults had any anxiety disorder in the past year Anxiety disorder is more common ...
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You’re going about your day, working, exercising or spending time with family, when all of a sudden you feel a sharp, stabbing pain in your abdomen. You’ve been nauseated and haven’t had much of an appetite all day. If you’ve ever felt this way, don’t just dismiss it as something simple as overeating.These are all signs that you have appendicitis or inflammation of the appendix. Appendicitis occurs due to infection, parasites or when the tube that joins your large intestine and appendix is blocked by tr...
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In February, we often think about Valentine’s, love, and our feelings about our partners, siblings and close friends. It’s no surprise because those are the people who make us feel young at heart. A study in American Psychologist reports social connections help us live longer, lower our risk for heart disease and boost our immunities. Feeling young at heart is good, but certain risk factors may actually be aging your heart beyond its calendar years. Do you know your heart’s real age? ...
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