(BPT) – It was in the fall of 2007 when Nicole, 26, felt a large mass in her abdomen. At first she ignored it, hoping it was nothing; she was […]
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3 Reasons to Opt-In to Vision Coverage This Open Enrollment Season
(StatePoint) If the year 2020 has taught us anything, it’s to prioritize our health – including eye health. And the best way to maintain good vision and gain insights into […]
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4 Reasons Why Now is the Best Time Ever to Learn to Play Piano
(StatePoint) As the weather grows cold and the COVID-19 pandemic continues to impact communities nationwide, many people are spending more time at home. If that describes you, and you’re looking […]
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Can You Recognize Signs of Stroke?
(StatePoint) Many people are avoiding in-person doctor’s visits to limit potential exposure to coronavirus — or are simply ignoring health concerns altogether. However, when it comes to medical emergencies such […]
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5 expert tips to save money at the grocery store
(BPT) – Parents are struggling to provide for their families during these uncertain and challenging times. A recent survey conducted by the Brookings Institution finds 1 in 5 young children […]
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3 tips to boost eye health during virtual learning
(BPT) – Whether students are attending class in person, virtually or a hybrid version of both, there’s one thing everyone has in common: A lot more education is happening digitally. […]
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Families face holiday humbug due to high medical costs
(BPT) – Many Americans look to the holiday season as a time of carefree family fun and rest — especially in a year as tumultuous as 2020. But recent studies […]
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Supporting Children And Teens In Managing Their Diabetes
(NAPSI)—Diabetes is not just an adult disease. It’s one of the most common chronic conditions affecting children and teens in the United States. Today, it affects about 193,000 youth under […]
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The Importance of Targeted Treatments for Rare Forms of Lung Cancer [Infographic]
(BPT) – November is Lung Cancer Awareness Month — a critical moment to reflect on the progress made for patients living with this disease. Lung cancer is one of the […]
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Steps Everyone Can Take to Help Prevent a ‘Twindemic’
(StatePoint) In the 2019-2020 flu season, influenza caused up to 22,000 deaths in the U.S. This year, with so many medical resources being used to care for COVID-19 patients, it’s […]