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New Limits on ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Drinking Water

May 30, 2024 06:11AM

The EPA has set the first national drinking water standard to reduce exposure to toxic PFAS chemicals.

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National Herb Day Festival

May 01, 2024 11:14AM ● By Jeaniesa Santiano

Enjoy a day celebrating all the wonders of herbs!

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A New Treatment for Chronic Low Back Pain

May 01, 2024 11:12AM ● By Jeaniesa Santiano

Dr. Stephen Roman, M.D., founder of the RegeneSpine, Regenerative Spine and Joint Institute, is now offering a new minimally invasive, non-surgical treatment for low back pain—the Discseel® Procedure.

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The Heart of Community

May 01, 2024 11:11AM ● By Jeaniesa Santiano

Recently, I read that in the 1950s, doctors noticed that the residents of Roseto, Pennsylvania, were not suffering or dying from heart disease though heart disease was rampant in the U.S. This seemed rather odd, and it got their attention.

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Low-Dose Calcium Supplementation in Pregnancy

Apr 29, 2024 06:15AM

Low-dose calcium supplementation is as effective as high-dose in reducing preeclampsia risk. Findings from trials in India and Tanzania.

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Treating Fibromyalgia with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Apr 29, 2024 06:14AM

CBT reduces catastrophic thinking in fibromyalgia patients, validated by fMRI scans. This therapy helps manage chronic pain and improves well-being.

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Nature Lowers Risk of Osteoporosis

Apr 29, 2024 06:13AM

Living near green spaces correlates with higher bone density and lower osteoporosis risk. Psychological stress and activity levels also affect this relationship.

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Trends in Non-Alcoholic Drinking Habits

Apr 29, 2024 06:12AM

Young adults drink less alcohol, leading bars to offer more non-alcoholic options. Mocktails cater to this trend with flavorful alternatives.

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A Rise in Adult Seasonal Allergies

Apr 29, 2024 06:11AM

Seasonal allergies affect adults too, with around 25% of U.S. adults experiencing them compared to 19% of children. Lifestyle changes and immunotherapy can help manage symptoms.

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Treating Diabetes With Healthy Food and Exercise

Mar 29, 2024 06:14AM

Daniel J. Cox's innovative Type-2 diabetes management approach, funded by NIH, prioritizes education on diet and exercise over weight loss or medication.

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County Declares Loneliness a Public Health Crisis

Mar 29, 2024 06:13AM

San Mateo County, near San Francisco, declares loneliness a public health crisis, future efforts may include infrastructure investments, social media campaigns, and mental health funding.

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Treating Anxiety With Mindfulness

Mar 29, 2024 06:12AM

A JAMA Psychiatry study shows mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR) is an effective treatment option for anxiety disorders, which holds promise for managing anxiety symptoms.

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New Way to Diagnose Autism

Mar 29, 2024 06:11AM

Yale scientists linked two neurodevelopmental abnormalities to autism spectrum disorder (ASD) which could aid diagnosis and identify potential treatments.

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Healthy Plant-Based Diets Reduce Diabetes Risk

Feb 29, 2024 06:15AM

The consumption of a healthy plant-based diet can reduce the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes by 24 percent as compared to those following an unhealthy plant-based diet.

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Championing Opioid-Free Pain Management

Feb 29, 2024 06:14AM

The state of Minnesota has created a website to identify and promote evidence-based, non-opioid and non-pharmacological options that use complementary and integrative methods.

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5 Top Tips to Finding Your Next Doctor

1 Keep an Open Mind! Healthcare has come a long way. Today, you have access to practitioners that branch outside of traditional medicine and aim to identify the root causes of conditions while using alternative treatments that may help you get the relief you need. Just because it’s not a pill, doesn’t make it pseudoscience.

2 Build Your Health Care Team. There is no one doctor that can be the be-all-end-all for your health needs. Be sure to have a team of practitioners with different “lenses” and areas of expertise who will treat the root cause and not just the symptom(s).

3   Environment Influences Healing. Health is multi-factorial. Your mental and emotional environment plays a pivotal role in your healing potential. Your doctors and their staff should create an office atmosphere filled with positivity so you can get the most out of your care.

4 Your Story Matters.  Before you begin any treatment, be sure to have a comprehensive consultation to discuss your health concerns. Find practitioners who welcome questions and will take the time to listen and treat you with respect.

5 Report of Findings. When it comes to our health, we often make decisions without understanding the risk versus benefits. Knowledge is an important part of the healing process and is essential to make conscious, informed health decisions. Find practitioners who take the time to explain their exam findings and the recommendations for treatment in ways that make sense to you.

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