Maintaining a healthy diet is one of the best weapons for fighting cardiovascular disease and other heart conditions.
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Physical inactivity is just as big a risk factor for heart disease as high blood pressure and smoking are. So, be the exception rather than the rule. Here are eight ways to exercise for a healthier heart.
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Stretching is an easy thing you can do to improve your health, yet it's often the most neglected part of people's fitness regimens. Stretching can reduce your injury risk and help you become more limber, regardless of your age and physical condition.
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Depression is a serious mood disorder. It touches every part of your life and is caused by a chemical imbalance in your brain. Treatment involves medicine and counseling.
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Depression is not a natural part of growing old. It's a health condition that should be treated aggressively. Read on to learn more.
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Quality time should be woven into our lives. As our children get older and slip away, we need to stop worrying about the extraordinary and think more about the ordinary."
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Anger, fear, separation anxiety, a sense of abandonment, self-blame, sadness and embarrassment are common reactions to divorce for most children.
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There are many types of sleep disorders. They can interfere with health and quality of life. Sleep problems can range from insomnia to snoring.
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Sleep apnea is a serious, potentially life-threatening condition. It is far more common than generally understood. Sleep apnea happens in all age groups and both genders.
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When a friend shows signs of abusing alcohol or other drugs, it's hard to know what to do or say. Here's how to help.
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Substance abuse is a recognized medical brain disorder. It refers to the abuse of illegal or legal substances. Alcohol is the most common legal drug of abuse. Substance dependence describes abuse of drugs or alcohol that continues, even when serious problems related to their use have developed.
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Domestic violence is behavior someone uses to control a spouse, partner, date, or elderly relative through fear and threats. Read on for detailed information.
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Physical violence is just one form of domestic abuse. Emotional abuse can affect you in serious ways as well. Read on to learn more.
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Many diseases can be prevented by getting vaccinated against them. Read on to learn about recommended vaccines.
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Review your vaccine history with your healthcare provider. Also be sure that infants and children are on schedule with their vaccine series.
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Men are missing the chance to find and treat health problems in their early stages, when many conditions are more treatable and less threatening to overall health.
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Remember, you and your family are part of your healthcare team, and you play a role in your care.
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