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MEDICAL NEWS Speech is an important part of communicating. Yet millions of people cope with a speech disability every day. What is stuttering? Stuttering is a problem that affects how your speech flows. People who stutter may: * Stretch words out for too long when speaking * Have pauses where they can’t get a word […]
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MEDICAL NEWS Automated external defibrillators help a person who is in cardiac arrest. They can deliver an electric shock to help get the heart beating normally again. You may have seen AEDs at places like stores, malls, hotels or gyms. Many public places have them and they are usually mounted on a wall. What is
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WORK LIFE If you’re like many people, you may already be sitting for several hours each day at work. And this could be harming your health. Sitting for long periods is linked to health problems and even a shorter life. We can’t always control how much we sit at work. But we can take steps
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BE FIT Have you heard of interval training for exercise? You may have assumed this type of exercise is only for athletes. However, people of almost all fitness levels can use it. Interval training means you add short bursts of more intense activities into your regular exercise routine. How fast and how long you do
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HEALTHY EATING When it comes to leafy greens, spinach and kale get most of the attention. But leafy greens are so nutritious. Why limit yourself to just two types? Swiss chard has less bitterness than kale, and offers plenty of important nutrients. Plus, this time of year, swiss chard is plentiful at farmers’ markets or
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HEALTHY EATING Nuts often get a reputation as being unhealthy. We add them to cookies and ice cream. People eat them by the handful at parties. But do nuts deserve a bad rap? Concerns about calories For years, many people avoided nuts because they are high in calories and fat. However, newer research finds that
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SELF-CARE CORNER People with diabetes have a higher risk of getting certain foot problems. This usually happens because diabetes can cause nerve damage in the feet. This is known as diabetic neuropathy, which can lead to tingling, burning or weakness in your feet. Why does neuropathy matter? Diabetic neuropathy isn’t just painful. It also means
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS Many people joke about stress causing gray hair. But new evidence suggests this old “myth” is actually true. The body’s stress response, known as fight-or-flight, plays a part in making hair turn gray sooner. Why hair has color Your hair contains special stem cells called melanocytes. Melanocytes live in the hair follicle
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FAMILY LIFE Real world families Though television shows may portray happy families, every family has disagreements and conflicts. Spouses and partners must work hard to maintain a healthy relationship. This can be difficult, even for happy couples. Disagreements between parents and children are also bound to happen. Expect problems, obstacles and arguments. The solution is
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SELF-CARE CORNER Your digestive system plays a big part in your overall health. It breaks down food and drinks into nutrients. These nutrients are used for energy, growth, cell repair and more. But, we all know how digestive problems can be uncomfortable or downright dangerous. Problems like constipation, diarrhea, nausea, heartburn and bloating can quickly
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