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Exercise and your brain: How physical activity boosts brain health
We may not be able to stop the aging process, but we can age better. Recent studies are now showing that physical activity and cognitive functioning are interconnected.
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Pregnancy and exercise: What you can (and can't) do safely
Below, we discuss the benefits of staying active and what you should and shouldn’t do during pregnancy.
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You asked, we answered: Can you prevent cystic acne?
Question: I’m fighting some hormonal chin acne. A few nights ago, I could feel a monster cyst building on my chin. When you feel cystic acne building up, what do you do? Can I prevent this?
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FDA-approved fecal transplant therapy: What it is, what it treats and how it works
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration recently approved the latest fecal microbiota transplantation, or FMT, therapy product for recurrent Clostridioides difficile infection, also known as CDI or C. diff.
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What blood tests should I get at my annual physical, and what do they mean?
The following is a rundown of common lab tests your provider may order or tests you may want to request annually or at least every few years.
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How can a torn ACL affect you later in life?
People who injure their ACL have a higher risk of developing arthritis in their knee, even if they have surgery to repair the damaged ligament.
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You asked, we answered: Does sugar feed cancer?
You may have heard that sugar feeds cancer. The body needs sugar for energy. While cancer can use this energy, too, there’s more to the story.
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What allergy medications are safe to use during pregnancy?
While many allergy medications and certain pain medications are safe during pregnancy, some should be avoided.
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Can a stroke cause dementia?
Impairments can be common after an individual has a stroke. Read on to learn about whether or not a stroke can cause dementia.
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Light adjustable lenses: Customize your vision after cataract surgery
Light-adjustable lenses are a breakthrough in cataract surgery, allowing you provider to optimize your post-surgical vision.
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