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WELL-BEING Our connections to others are vital to our health. Relationships make people happier. Relationships also lower anxiety and depression. Wondering how you can form new or stronger connections with people? Try these tips: Be there for others. Helping others when they need you strengthens your friendships and makes you happy. You can also volunteer, […]
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WELL-BEING A certain amount of time sitting is unavoidable, especially if your job requires it. However, this doesn’t mean you have to be still. With a bit of creativity, you can add bursts of movement even when you’re sitting down. Try these four movements throughout the day to keep your body moving in your seat.
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SELF-CARE CORNER Chronic congestion? Watery, itchy eyes? Sneezing and coughing? These may be symptoms of an allergy. If your doctor diagnoses you with an allergy, they may recommend allergy shots. For the right person, an allergy shot regimen may bring much-needed relief from frustrating and ongoing symptoms. The cause of allergies An allergy occurs when
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WORK LIFE Many people sit at a desk for hours each day. And the way you sit can affect your health. Muscles & bones Your musculoskeletal system includes your bones, joints and muscles. These parts of the body work together to provide support and stability. They allow you to move around. The musculoskeletal system has
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SELF-CARE CORNER Bleeding gums are never a good thing. If you notice small amounts of blood when you brush or floss, it’s a signal there’s a problem. Thankfully, there are effective treatments for many common triggers of gum bleeding. The two most common causes are plaque buildup and gum disease. But, whatever the cause, you
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HEALTHY EATING Ingredients * 1 pound bottom round beef roast (cut into 1-inch cubes) * 1 large russet potato, cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 2 cups) * 1/4 cup all-purpose flour * 1 medium sweet potato, cut into 1/2-inch dice (about 2 cups) * 2 cups thinly sliced carrots * 10-ounce package frozen pearl onions
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FAMILY LIFE Many families include one or more children who are adopted. If you know someone with an adopted child, there are respectful ways to talk about it with them. And, if you have an adopted child, share these do’s and don’ts with friends and family members so they can be respectful to you. DO:
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HEALTHY EATING A slow cooker can be a handy kitchen tool. It can help you get dinner on the table on busy nights. They don’t take a lot of prep time or expert cooking skills to use. Plus, they are less expensive than other cooking devices. Here’s how to use a slow cooker to your
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MEDICAL NEWS Many people have tried to quit smoking but couldn’t. There are many reasons for this, but one of them is because of triggers. A trigger is something that makes you want to smoke. Emotional triggers When you have certain emotions, you may get the urge to smoke. They may include feeling stressed, nervous,
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SELF-CARE CORNER Occasional snoring is often harmless. It may happen when a person has a stuffy nose or is lying on their back. But if you snore every night, talk with a doctor. Long-term snoring can lead to health problems. Sleep suffers Snoring can make you wake up many times during the night. You probably
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