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Health insurance for first-timers: It’s not as scary as you think.
On Aug 24
If you’re like most young people heading out into today’s workforce, health insurance isn’t the biggest thing on your mind. In fact, much of your experience with health care probably involved being taken to the doctor by mom after a soccer injury or popping into the college health services for a Strep test....Full Post -
Making Healthcare Decisions: Tips for the Big Talk
On Aug 24
On the list of Life’s Big Conversations, healthcare discussions don’t even show up—until it’s time to make a tough, critical healthcare decision for (or with) a loved one. But with a few smart strategies for clear communication, the conversation can be a lot easier, and more productive, for everyone...Full Post -
Knowing When Mom Needs Care
On Aug 24
Moms spend their lives caring for others. As a child you depend on your mom for almost everything, from that bowl of soup when you’re sick to that shoulder to cry on when you’re upset. But as children grow older, so do moms—and eventually, Mom may be the one who needs caring for.
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Knowing When Dads Need Care
On Aug 24
Each year, 110 million cards are sent on Father’s Day. While dads value and appreciate these warm wishes, they may be less likely to express how they really feel and what they really need—especially as they age.
Typically, men don’t ask for directions, let alone for help when they need it. So when...Full Post -
Diabetes and Your Eyes
On Aug 24
Did you know that one of the first warning signs of diabetes is blurred vision? You might wonder what in the world diabetes has to do with your eyes. The answer: A lot. And the more you know, the better you can protect your priceless sight.
Many people with diabetes don’t even realize they have...Full Post -
Getting your Child off to a Lifetime of Great Dental Health
On Aug 24
It's National Children's Dental Health Month, and an excellent time to think about oral health in babies and children. I’m going to provide you with some healthy habits that can last a lifetime.
Many people think that baby teeth are unimportant. They fall out anyway, right? The fact is that baby teeth...Full Post -
Diabetes and Your Dental Health
On Aug 24
Taking great care of your teeth and gums can do much more than preserve your pearly whites. If you have diabetes, it can also help fight off complications such as gum disease and oral thrush – and it can even help you control your blood sugar.
Having high blood sugar increases the risk for developing...Full Post -
Your Gums: A Key to a Happy, Healthy Heart
On Aug 24
The causes of heart disease are well known, including smoking, obesity and high blood pressure. But did you know that gum disease has also been linked to heart disease? People with gum disease are almost twice as likely to suffer from coronary artery disease as those without it, according to the...Full Post -
Test Your Food IQ: Part 1
On Jun 07
We’re born knowing how to eat – so why is it so hard to eat right? Maybe because there are so many myths and misconceptions about the kind of food that qualifies as fuel for your body versus the kind that will just clog up the engine. Test yourself: Can you tell the difference between nutritious
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Small Steps to Better Health
On Apr 06, 2012
Think back to January 1: Did you make a New Year’s resolution? Maybe you pledged to eat better, exercise more, or shed a few pounds. Chances are, if you did make a resolution, you’ve already broken it or you’ve been frustrated by a lack of results.
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