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Tips for wellness, fitness and how to take better care of ourselves as summer approaches

(BPT) - One of the biggest trends we’ve seen in 2023 is a focus inward to keep our minds and bodies as healthy as we can, and take the best care of ourselves so we can care for others.SelfCare …

An 'Urgent Need’ For Inflammatory Bowel Disease Research Is Clear: Empowering People Living With Crohn’s Disease And Ulcerative Colitis To Follow The Science

(BPT) - Living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis (UC), can be extremely frustrating to people living with the conditions and significantly …

Six Ways a Simple Eye Exam Could Save Your Life

(NAPSI)—It may come as a surprise to some, but an ophthalmologist can help you keep an eye on your overall health. In fact, an ophthalmologist—a physician who specializes in medical and surgical …

Advocating for Mental Health as a Universal Child Right

(Family Features) Mental health and psychological well-being are essential for children, adolescents and communities to thrive. With crises in locations such as Ukraine, Syria, Turkey and Afghanistan, the mental health and well-being of children and young people around the world are causes for concern.

5 Lifestyle Changes to Help Combat Incontinence

(Family Features) Consider these healthy lifestyle changes to help combat issues like urinary incontinence.

Here are some key health policies that will and will not change with the COVID-19 public health emergency's end

Stacker identified some of the major health policies that will be affected by the COVID-19 public health emergency's end.

Know the Signs of Stroke: Acting in Time Can Save a Life

(NAPSI)—You work hard to help keep yourself and your loved ones healthy. To help, the National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS) reminds everyone that stroke is a leading cause …

5 ways men can focus on their bone health this May and beyond

(BPT) - ADVERTISEMENT Sponsored by Radius Health.When you hear about osteoporosis, what kind of patient do you picture? Chances are, you imagine a woman. However, you may be surprised to learn that …

Breaking down racial disparities in diabetes prevalence

Using data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and World Bank, Northwell Health looked at racial disparities in the prevalence of and morbidity from diabetes in the U.S.

Keeping My Body Moving and My Attitude Positive While Living with ALS

(BPT) - This content is sponsored by Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America, Inc. (MTPA) and is intended for U.S. audiences only. Ned Patterson is an actual patient who is taking RADICAVA® …

National Stroke Awareness Month – Know the Signs & Understand the Risks

(NewsUSA) - By the time you read this article, three people will have had a stroke and one will die. Stroke is the leading cause of serious long-term disability in the United States, impacting …

Understanding Maternal Health and Hypertension: 7 tips for a heart-healthy pregnancy

(Family Features) A common misconception is high blood pressure (HBP), or hypertension, rarely affects women. To help ensure a heart-healthy pregnancy, consider these tips.

Looking Out for Your Lungs

(Family Features) Help protect your lungs from injury or disease with these tips from experts at the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute.

The Importance of Mental Wellness for a Healthy Heart and Brain

(Family Features) Research shows anxiety, stress and depression can have a negative impact on physical health and may even increase the risk for heart disease and stroke. Consider these tips to improve your mind-heart-body connection.

Trim & Tone Your Love Handles, Abs and More

(BPT) - Not loving your love handles? Need a little help toning your baby belly?The new truBody® body sculpting product line offers everything you need to reshape your trouble spots without the …

Be an Ally for Those with Food Allergies

(Family Features) Food allergies can be deadly. For some, just a trace amount of a food allergen can result in a trip to the emergency room. Consider these tips to become an ally for those with food allergies.

Two-thirds of women are in charge of health decisions for their families, yet often put their own needs last

(BPT) - Women are handling most healthcare activities for their households, but don’t prioritize their own care. Early detection is key to staying healthy, yet a recent Healthgrades survey …

Expert insight and essential bike safety tips every cyclist needs to know

(BPT) - No matter where you live, biking is a great way to get outdoors and be active. Whether it's for pleasure, to exercise or for commuting purposes, biking has numerous physical and mental …

Understanding and Managing Asthma

(Family Features) Asthma is a chronic condition that affects the tubes carrying air in and out of the lungs. However, asthma doesn't have to stop you from leading a full and active life.

Having ALS Doesn’t Stop Me from Living My Best Life Every Day

(BPT) - This content is sponsored by Mitsubishi Tanabe Pharma America, Inc. (MTPA) and is intended for U.S. audiences only. Debra is an actual patient who is taking RADICAVA® (edaravone).The …

4 Steps You Can Take to Control Your Asthma

(Family Features) While there's no cure for asthma, it can usually be managed by taking a few key steps that can help you live a full and active life.

Celebrating America’s Nurses And Nurse Educators

(NAPSI)—They save, prolong and improve lives and help others learn to do so as well, but all too often nurses and nurse educators have been taken for granted, overworked and overlooked. Now, …

What You Need to Know About Endometrial Cancer and a Potential Treatment Option

(BPT) - Sponsored by GSK — An estimated 948,000 women will be diagnosed with cancer this year.[i] While breast and cervical cancer may come to mind, a lesser-known, but equally important …