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MEDICAL NEWS A seizure is a sudden surge of electrical activity in the brain. It can cause a person to have uncontrolled movements. A grand mal seizure or tonic-clonic seizure is the most serious. It usually involves jerking movements, shaking and the inability to talk or communicate. When it comes to seizures, there are plenty […]
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BE FIT When you think of exercise, do you think of going for a run or taking an aerobics class? Those are great cardio workouts. But there is more to fitness than just cardio. Strong is healthy Strength training or lifting weights is a big part of being healthy and fit. Many people don’t do
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SUCCESS OVER STRESS * Eat healthy and exercise. These help your body deal with stress. Exercise has been proven to relieve stress and improve your health! * When you feel stress coming on, take slow, deep breaths in and out. Slow breathing can halt your stress response. * Recognize that stress is a normal reaction.
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SELF-CARE CORNER Summer travel plans may take you to places across the globe. While this can be exciting, switching to a different time zone can take a toll on the body. The body has its own internal clock that tells you when to be awake and when to sleep. This is your circadian rhythm. If
BE FIT Walking is great exercise – but an injury will leave you sidelined. Keep your walks safe and healthy with these tips. Get the right shoes. Comfortable, supportive shoes are a must. Experts recommend getting new walking shoes after walking for 300 – 500 miles in them. If your shoes are uncomfortable or show
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BE FIT When most people think of exercise they envision cardio or weight training. But, no workout routine is complete without stretching. Here are six unique benefits. Improve flexibility Flexibility is a well-known benefit of stretching. To increase your range of motion, hold each stretch for 90 seconds. Prevent injury Stretching increases blood flow to
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FINANCIAL HEALTH Have you ever received a call from a debt collector that did not seem quite right? Perhaps it was for a debt you already paid or for one you did not recognize. Either way, the call may have given you a moment’s hesitation, wondering if they had the right person or if the
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BE FIT Bike sales have increased during the COVID-19 pandemic. Bicycling is great exercise! However, it’s important to keep yourself safe while on two wheels. Collisions can and do occur, and some can be serious. To minimize your risk of injury while riding a bicycle: *Wear a helmet.Studies show that a helmet lowers your risk
FAMILY LIFE Many babies use pacifiers or their fingers to soothe themselves. But which is best and when should they stop? The thumb and finger habit Many babies will suck on a favorite thumb or finger. This is normal. There are some good things about this habit: * You don’t have to buy a pacifier.
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SELF-CARE CORNER Most people have felt a bloated stomach after a big meal. Usually, the belly feels overly full. It can make clothing feel tighter. The belly may look swollen. Bloating is usually caused by too much food or air and gas getting trapped in the intestines. But some people get bloated even when they
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