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BE FIT Sports can be a great way for kids to develop social skills, teamwork and resilience. But it’s important to know that athletic ability changes as kids grow. Growth affects performance During puberty, boys and girls have a growth spurt that can change their athletic ability. After going through puberty: * Boys may notice […]
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HEALTHY EATING Many kids struggle to be at a healthy weight. They may be overweight or obese. Childhood obesity can cause serious health problems now and later in life. There is no simple fix, but there are ways we can help children get or stay healthy. What is childhood obesity? In adults, a BMI of
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SELF-CARE CORNER Do you feel a twitchy, jumpy feeling in your legs when you sit or lie down? Do you have an urge to move your legs when you go to bed at night? If so, you may have restless legs syndrome (RLS). What is RLS? RLS is known as a sleep disorder, although it
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FAMILY LIFE Children can learn how to be a part of their own health care. This can start when children are young, but it’s never too late. Here are some ways to empower them to make medical decisions. From ages 5 to 10 years old, kids can talk with the doctor at their appointments. Your
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FAMILY LIFE Most parents don’t want to think about their teen using drugs. They assume their teen is doing OK. They may also think it would be obvious if their teen was into drugs or alcohol. Unfortunately, even teens with great parents sometimes take risks and make dangerous choices. Why do teens take risks? A
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MEDICAL NEWS Hepatitis is a condition that affects the liver. If a person has hepatitis, their liver may be inflamed or damaged. What causes hepatitis? Many different things can cause hepatitis. They include: * A virus * Contaminated objects like needles or medical equipment * Heavy alcohol use * Certain medications * Some medical conditions
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FINANCIAL HEALTH A home equity loan is a loan for a set amount of money. You get the loan by using equity, or value, in your home. Each month, you make payments on the loan to gradually pay it back. There is some risk involved with home equity loans. If a person doesn’t make the
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WORK LIFE Work meetings are an opportunity to collaborate, share information, and strengthen connections. But, a poorly run meeting drains time and energy. Here’s how to make your meetings productive and worthwhile. Have an agenda Know exactly what needs to be addressed and put it in writing ahead of time. Try to stay on-topic and
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WELL-BEING Every day, millions of people wake up with a hot cup of coffee or tea. Caffeine in these products helps you feel alert. But how does caffeine work – and what does it do to your brain? Adenosine and sleepiness Your body naturally makes a chemical called adenosine. It builds up in your body
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BE FIT Being inactive isn’t good for children’s health. Kids can have health problems related to being inactive, such as: * Sleep problems * Type 2 diabetes * Excess weight * High blood cholesterol How much exercise is enough? Preschool children should be active throughout the day. School aged children should get at least one
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