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MEDICAL NEWS Most of us don’t think about bladder health unless there’s a problem like an infection or leakage. Millions of people live with overactive bladder (OAB). OAB is not a disease. It’s a name for a group of symptoms that affect urination. What is OAB? Normally, a person might feel like they need to […]
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SELF-CARE CORNER If you wear glasses or contacts, it’s possible you may be a candidate for LASIK eye surgery. LASIK stands for laser-assisted in situ keratomileusis, which simply means laser vision correction. The procedure uses a laser to correct the shape of your cornea and improve your vision. This type of surgery is used to
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HEALTHY EATING Many food products contain “sea salt” as an ingredient instead of table salt, also commonly called “salt.” In particular, many so-called natural food products say they use sea salt. But is sea salt any healthier than old-fashioned table salt? What’s the difference? In general, sea salt has a coarse, crunchy texture. Table salt
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FAMILY LIFE Sometimes it’s hard to know if you’re in a healthy relationship. This can include a romantic partner, friend or family member. Know the good Some signs of a healthy relationship include: * You feel good about yourself when you’re around that person. * You feel safe telling them how you feel about things.
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MEDICAL NEWS We all have good days and bad days. We all have moments where we feel down or cannot tap into the joy or happiness we once had. But what happens when these days grow into weeks or months? Do you suspect that you or a loved one might be suffering from a mental
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SELF-CARE CORNER Most people will have cataracts by the age of 80. But they don’t have to mean loss of vision. They are treatable. What is a cataract? A normal lens inside the eye is clear. Cataracts happen when the proteins in the eye’s lens start to break down. Then they clump together. This causes
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SELF-CARE CORNER Retinal detachment means your retina is pulled away from its normal position at the back of your eye. If a retinal detachment happens, it is a medical emergency. It can cause permanent vision loss. See the signs Retinal detachment may cause symptoms that come on suddenly. You may see things like: * A
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WORK LIFE Have you ever been in a tense situation at work? Perhaps two people were arguing or someone got angry with you. Though it’s hard to stay calm in these types of situations, it’s the best thing you can do. If you don’t react strongly, you can help defuse tension and find a helpful
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WELL-BEING Brain health is your ability to learn, remember, plan and concentrate on things. Exercise is good for your brain – but it’s a different type of workout. Here are some things to know about boosting your own brain health. Puzzles are great – but they don’t fight dementia. There is no evidence that crosswords
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HEALTHY EATING A simple way to encourage your kids to eat healthy is to have healthy foods on hand and easily available to them. * Put fruits and vegetables within reach on the counter or in the refrigerator. * Save cookies and sweets as occasional treats, not everyday snacks. * Avoid buying chips, crackers and
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