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Mom’s Tough Love Pushed Her to Put Down the Drink – and Pick Up Her Life
Mom’s Tough Love Pushed Her to Put Down the Drink – and Pick Up Her Life
Excessive alcohol use claims the lives of more than 6,600 Pennsylvanians annually and costs the U.S. economy billions. One woman’s story illustrates both the disease’s danger and recovery’s promise. Read More
By
Jerry Reimenschneider
Having and Using Dental Coverage Benefits Overall Health
Having and Using Dental Coverage Benefits Overall Health
Poor dental care not only raises the risk for several serious medical issues, it also costs families and businesses. Americans lose 92.4 million hours of work or school each year... Read More
By
Michael Race
Poor Sleep Often Equals Poor Health
Poor Sleep Often Equals Poor Health
Sleeping problems lead to far more trouble than tiredness. Up to 70 million Americans suffer from short sleep duration, which has been linked – if left unchecked – to numerous... Read More
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Jerry Reimenschneider
Know the Signs and Symptoms of Heart Attack, Survivor Says
Know the Signs and Symptoms of Heart Attack, Survivor Says
Heart disease is the leading killer of women in the U.S., but education and awareness about risk factors, symptoms, and healthy lifestyle changes can prevent tragedy for some. Read More
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Jeff McGaw
Putting Off Eye Care Can Be Shortsighted
Putting Off Eye Care Can Be Shortsighted
Routine eye exams can do much more than help diagnose and correct common vision problems. They also can help spot serious medical issues like diabetes, heart disease, and more. Read More
By
Michael Race
The Costly, Often-Deadly Truth about Eating Disorders
The Costly, Often-Deadly Truth about Eating Disorders
Eating disorders aren’t just about a fixation on weight and food deprivation. They are behavioral health conditions – in fact, anorexia is the deadliest mental health disease in America. One... Read More
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Jerry Reimenschneider
‘Street Medicine’ Helps Those Who Fall Through Healthcare’s Cracks
‘Street Medicine’ Helps Those Who Fall Through Healthcare’s Cracks
Teams of medical professionals, backpacks full of basic supplies, are bringing healthcare and hope to thousands of people experiencing homelessness. Read More
By
Jeff McGaw
Cervical Cancer Hits Working-Aged Women Hardest
Cervical Cancer Hits Working-Aged Women Hardest
Cervical Cancer cases have declined precipitously over the past century thanks to screenings and modern treatment advances, but the disease remains the fourth-most-common cancer among women. A vigilant preventive approach,... Read More
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Jerry Reimenschneider
A Family Doctor Can Be Your Pathway to Better Health
A Family Doctor Can Be Your Pathway to Better Health
Having a family doctor that you can check in with regularly is a simple, effective way to stay healthy or monitor any existing healthcare issues. Don’t have a family doctor?... Read More
By
Michael Race
Intuitive Eating Focuses On Why We Eat Rather Than What We Eat
Intuitive Eating Focuses On Why We Eat Rather Than What We Eat
Obesity is a serious public health concern with significant implications for the nation’s physical and economic health. Intuitive eating, an approach focused less on what we eat and more on... Read More
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Jeff McGaw