Posted on: 27th Feb 2020 | Posted in: Blog
‘It Impacts Weight, Sleep and Mental Health’: What You Need to Know About Your Thyroid Michele Adams is quick to say, “I don’t want to throw anyone under the bus,” but it took her being hit by a car for her thyroid disease to finally be diagnosed. Adams has always been an active person, but for a few years, she had felt tired and had a constant tightness in her throat. She was diagnosed with post-nasal drip but... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 06th Feb 2020 | Posted in: Blog, Health Information and Tips
After a heart attack, as many as 1 in 4 survivors will have another one. Lifestyle changes and working closely with your doctor to manage your health can help minimize the risk of a repeat event. “A heart attack is a life-changing event,” said Nieca Goldberg, MD, American Heart Association volunteer and medical director of NYU Women’s Heart Program. “What many people don’t realize is the hidden risks that led to your first heart attack can be managed and, by... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 23rd Jan 2020 | Posted in: Blog, Health Information and Tips
5 tips to maintain overall wellbeing While family history and age cannot be changed, there are everyday steps men can follow to take charge of their health, including prostate health, and maybe even prevent problems down the road. Consider these tips to help lead a healthier lifestyle. Get checked out regularly. Just because you’re healthy doesn’t mean you should eschew routine checkups, and that includes self-examinations. While regular visits to your health care provider can keep you up-to-date on preventative... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 21st Jan 2020 | Posted in: Blog, Health Information and Tips
7 ag-focused ways to get involved From the food on your table to the clothes on your back, agriculture provides a variety of things you eat, wear and use daily. Those items don’t magically arrive at the store or appear in your home, however. Each American farmer feeds about 165 people, according to the Agriculture Council of America, an organization comprised of leaders in the agriculture, food and fiber communities dedicated to increasing public awareness of agriculture’s role in modern... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 16th Jan 2020 | Posted in: Blog, Health Information and Tips
A new year signals a chance to renew your commitment to healthier eating, but many of the most popular diets, like the keto diet and paleo diet, eliminate entire food groups, which can cause you to fall short on nutrients you need. For example, a study in the “Journal of Clinical Lipidology” suggests low-carb diets may not have meaningful long-term benefits for weight or heart health compared to other diets and could actually restrict foods that are good for your... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 02nd Jan 2020 | Posted in: Blog, Health Information and Tips
While many people who make New Year’s resolutions drop them within a couple weeks or months, pulling those newly received tech device gifts out of the packaging and putting them to good use may be just the help you need to keep your resolutions on track. Learn how to get the most out of your tech with these tips from the experts at Amazon. Prioritize Personal Goals The most common resolutions are centered around getting healthy or simply living life... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 11th Dec 2019 | Posted in: Blog
For many, the holiday season sparks the spirit of giving – not only among family and friends, but to those living in need and the organizations working to help them. If you’re committed to helping improve the lives of others in your community, it may mean thinking long-term. After the lights come down and the New Year’s ball drops, the programs and services provided by most nonprofits and cause-based organizations continue to run year-round. Their ability to help those they... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 26th Mar 2019 | Posted in: Blog
A diagnosis of a chronic condition such as Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, cancer, or diabetes can bring a swirl of thoughts and emotions. There may be relief at finding an explanation for bothersome symptoms, but that relief is often quickly overshadowed by insurance issues, financial concerns, and worry about the future. If you’ve recently received a chronic diagnosis, take it one step at a time to navigate the road ahead. Assemble a Team Working to overcome the hurdles associated... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 03rd May 2018 | Posted in: Blog, Health Information and Tips
80,000 Americans will receive a brain tumor diagnosis in 2018. 17,000 people will die. In honor of National Brain Tumor Awareness Month – We are encouraging our community to “Go Gray in May”! To bring awareness to research, education and ongoing support. SHOW YOUR FRIENDS HOW YOU GO GRAY USING SOCIAL MEDIA Your Facebook Cover Photo and Facebook/Twitter/Instagram Profile Picture are great ways to share with your friends and family the things that are important to you. ABC has created a... View Article
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Read MorePosted on: 18th Oct 2016 | Posted in: Health Information and Tips
Breast cancer prevention starts with healthy habits — such aslimiting alcohol and staying physically active. Understand whatyou can do to reduce your breast cancer risk. If you’re concerned about breast cancer, you might be wondering if there are steps you can take toward breast cancerprevention. Some risk factors, such as family history, can’t bechanged. However, there are lifestyle changes you can maketo lower your risk. What can I do to reduce my risk of breast cancer? Lifestyle changes have been... View Article
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