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From The Blog
Is the extreme cold bad for your lungs?
The icy grip of winter is blanketing much of the U.S. Learn how bitter cold temperatures affect the lungs and what you can do to protect yours when outdoors.
Preserving pandemic positives
Throughout the pandemic, people adopted strategies that strengthened relationships, improved self-care and slowed down daily life. What are the positives worth preserving?
Dementia-related pain: What caregivers need to know
Up to 80% of people with dementia experience pain. Learn how to recognize it and advocate for pain management for your loved one.
Kegels are for men too
Kegel exercises aren't just for women. They can help improve bladder control and improve sexual function in men. Here are tips for doing Kegel exercises correctly.
Youth athletes shouldn't skip a beat when it comes to heart health
As the seasons change, youth athletes transition gear from one sport to the next. Intense training changes an athlete's heart over time. Read what parents and athletes should know about heart health.
The truth about tongue-tie
Up to 10% of babies are born with tongue-tie, which is a thick band of tissue that restricts the tongue's motion. Learn how it can affect eating and speech, and if treatment is needed.
Sprains, strains and tears: What can go wrong with upper arms
Upper arm muscles do your heavy lifting. Despite their strength, biceps and triceps can be damaged by overuse or forceful injury. Learn what to do when that happens.
Living with Crohn's disease or colitis
From mild to debilitating symptoms, inflammatory bowel disease, including Crohn's disease or colitis, can affect all aspects of your health. Learn about risk factors and effects, and get coping tips.
5 steps you can take to help avoid birth defects
When expanding your family, taking care of your body before and during pregnancy is important. Learn five steps you can take to reduce birth defects.
Mushrooms make healthy meal magic
Mushrooms are small, but mighty ingredients in meals. Learn about the health benefits and how their versatility works magic in meals from stews to stir-fries.
Radon: The odorless, invisible threat
Elevated levels of radon are the No. 1 cause of lung cancer among nonsmokers. So it's vital to test your home to discover if radon abatement is needed. Learn more about this invisible health hazard.
Using robotic technology to diagnose, stage lung cancer
Lung cancer is the No. 1 cause of cancer deaths in the U.S. A new procedure acts like a robotic GPS system to diagnose lung cancer in its earliest stages when it's easier to treat.
