Healthy Living Tips
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Men lead morbidity rates for almost every leading cause of death in the United States. There’s a reason for that.
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Ahhhh – Summertime – a time when we all head outdoors to take a hike, work in the yard, and our children roll down hills and ride their bikes.
Unfortunately, the number of people who contract diseases from mosquito, tick and flea bites has more than tripled in the United States in recent years, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Don’t skip the outdoor fun. Learn how to protect yourself from mosquitoes and ticks.
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Get the scoop on what causes these common, but irritating, infections.
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A Pain in the Wrist
That sharp pain in your wrist might be one of the more common repetitive stress injuries—carpal tunnel syndrome.
A 2014 study conducted by the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics found that carpal tunnel syndrome tied for first among nonfatal illnesses and injuries for most days missed from work. The median amount of time someone with carpal tunnel syndrome took off from work was 32 days.
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Spring means flowers blooming, birds singing, outdoor activities—and ticks biting. Learn how to recognize and remove a tick before it becomes a big health problem.
Removing Ticks
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If you are in your 50s, it’s time to talk with your physician about the shingles vaccine.
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Style doesn’t always come easy—especially for the feet.
For many women, high heels have an enduring appeal, suggesting style and attractiveness, as well as professionalism and power. However, these benefits come with tremendous drawbacks: A survey by the American Podiatric Medical Association reported that 71 percent of women who wear high heels say the shoes cause foot pain.
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Spending too much time sitting down can have detrimental effects on your health.
Whether at work or at home, many people spend most of their day sitting. This sedentary behavior may cause increased health risks, since more time spent sitting down is associated with a higher risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease and early death. Luckily, introducing more physical activity into your life doesn’t have to be a hassle.
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For people with asthma, having an indoor pet may not be a good idea. New research suggests that for babies, however, sharing the home with a four-legged companion can help them avoid the chronic respiratory condition in later years.
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If you’re allergic to pollen, cooler weather may mean your allergies get a break. But it doesn’t mean your environment is free of allergens. If you have indoor allergies, your symptoms may actually stay the same or get worse when you spend more time inside.
