I did everything my doctor asked in trying to lower my cholesterol minus medication. But I was lucky enough to learn – before it was too late – that sometimes...
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Adults with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder suffer from a variety of symptoms that, left untreated, could be problematic in the workplace. The good news is that when diagnosed and treated,...
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The thyroid is a little gland that can cause big health issues for some. But the good news is those issues, while sometimes chronic and life-long, can be successfully managed.
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Quality healthcare coverage is important not just to your overall health, but also for your peace of mind. If you’re one of the nearly 17 million Americans planning to buy...
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Knowing your family health history can be an important tool in creating a better lifestyle, and the holidays are a perfect time for relatives to discuss a family’s health history....
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Healthcare can be confusing, but there are resources to help. Capital Blue Cross Connect health and wellness centers offer consultations to Capital members and non-members alike to help answer questions...
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October is National Protect Your Hearing Month. Noise levels at work and home can threaten our hearing. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health has some valuable tips for...
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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...
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Despite increased awareness that has led to 2 out of 3 Americans having cholesterol screenings over the past five years, the plaque-like substance remains a huge problem, costing America 868,000...
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Isolation, which spiked during the pandemic, has impacts beyond mental wellness. It can cause as much physical harm as smoking 15 cigarettes a day, and more than a third of...
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