Category: Healthy People
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The Facts About COPD
Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a long-term lung disease that makes it hard to breathe. The disease affects millions of Americans and is the third leading cause of disease-related death in the U.S. The good news is COPD is often preventable and treatable. COPD is a chronic lung disease that gets worse over time. […]
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Why Hand Washing is so Important
Keeping hands clean is one of the most important steps we can take to avoid getting sick and spreading germs to others. Many diseases and conditions are spread by not washing hands with soap and clean, running water. HOW GERMS GET ON YOUR HANDS AND MAKE YOU SICK · Human and animal waste are serious sources […]
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Diabetes Awareness Month
What causes diabetes? Find out and take control. The good news is you can prevent or delay type 2 diabetes. All you have to do is decide. Decide to stay at a healthy weight. Decide to eat well. Decide to be active. If you’re at-risk, paying attention to living a healthy lifestyle or getting early […]
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Breast Cancer Awareness
Other than skin cancer, breast cancer is the most common cancer among American women. Mammograms are the best way to find breast cancer early, when it is easier to treat and before it is big enough to feel or cause symptoms. What Are the Symptoms? There are different symptoms of breast cancer, and some people […]
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Cholesterol 101 – An Intro
If you’re reading this, you probably care about health and the role that cholesterol can play. That’s an important first step. So, what is cholesterol, and what does it do? Cholesterol is a waxy substance. It’s not inherently “bad.” In fact, your body needs it to build cells. But too much cholesterol can pose a […]
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Growing up with vaccines
On-time vaccination throughout childhood is essential because it helps provide immunity before children are exposed to potentially life-threatening diseases. Vaccines are tested to ensure that they are safe and effective for children to receive at the recommended ages. For parents, the CDC recommends the following vaccines at these stages of a child’s life: DURING PREGNANCY […]
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The Opioid Abuse Epidemic
There is no single easy solution to the opioid abuse epidemic. It’s a complex issue that requires stakeholders across government, the healthcare supply chain, public health, prevention and healthcare communities working together to provide patients, families and communities with information and tools to address the crisis. Overprescribing and Overuse Opioid prescribing in the U.S. hit […]
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Staying safe every day
The National Safety Council encourages everyone to be aware of hazards related to leisure and recreational activities and take proper safety precautions. Here, in order, are the top causes of unintentional injury and death in homes and communities: 1. Poisoning Poisonings have overtaken motor vehicle crashes for the first time as the leading cause of […]
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Helping you kick the habit
THE FACTS ABOUT CIGARETTE SMOKING · Cigarette smoking harms nearly every organ of the body, causes many diseases, and reduces the health of smokers in general. · Quitting smoking lowers your risk for smoking-related diseases and can add years to your life. · Smokers are at greater risk for diseases that affect the heart and blood vessels (cardiovascular […]
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