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Saving Lives: How New Approaches to Mental Health Are Revolutionizing Suicide Prevention
(BPT) - Suicide remains a critical issue, particularly among young people, but new approaches in mental health support are making a significant impact. Dr. Jessica Chaudhary, a board-certified …
Preparing for eating, traveling and socializing during the holidays
(BPT) - The holiday season is a joyful but sometimes challenging time, especially for people living with diabetes who may be watching their sugar intake. Between treat-filled parties and meals and …
Prepare Yourself for Cooler Weather
(Family Features) Despite the old adage that "you'll catch your death of cold," the cold itself doesn't cause illness. More accurately, the cold is more hospitable to viruses, making it easier for them to spread.
Keep Cold and Flu Season at Bay
(Family Features) It doesn't take much for cold and flu symptoms to take over. Even a mild case of the sniffles can make it difficult to navigate the demands of everyday life.
Living with CIDP and Pathways to Innovative Treatment
(BPT) - "At first I was kind of like, what is that? What is CIDP? I've never heard of that. But then, the relief set in more than confusion … because at least there was a name to what I …
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The Impact of Primary Biliary Cholangitis (PBC): A Rare Autoimmune Disease
(BPT) - Imagine waking up every day feeling utterly exhausted, no matter how much sleep you get. Now, add an unbearable itch that just won't go away, dry eyes and mouth, and stomach pain. This is the …
Navigating Mental Illness and Tardive Dyskinesia: One Woman’s Story of Resilience
(BPT) - This article was sponsored and developed by Neurocrine Biosciences, Inc. Allison was compensated by Neurocrine Biosciences to share her story.The first week of October is recognized as Mental …
Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: Nonprofit's Commitment to Research and Support
(BPT) - September marks Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. Every 36 minutes, a child in the United States is diagnosed with cancer, making it the leading cause of death by disease for children in the …
Black, Asian, and Hispanic children are less often diagnosed with ADHD
Black and white children are more likely to receive ADHD diagnoses than Asian and Hispanic children. ADHD Advisor used CDC data to understand why.
People combating cancer can get an assist from their dental professional.
Oral Health And Cancer: A Guide On Prevention And Management
(NAPSI)—Cancer. It’s   a word no one wants to hear, but every one should be prepared for. Individuals getting cancer treatment must make many lifestyle changes. People battling cancer and …

What You Don't Know Can Hurt: 3 facts about updated COVID-19 vaccines

(Family Features) Respiratory viruses, including COVID-19, are common during the fall and winter months. That's why now is a good time to take care of yourself and your loved ones.

Protecting Your Lung Health at Any Age

(Family Features) Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD, is a serious lung condition that makes breathing difficult. Whether you're a younger adult, middle-aged or over 60, you can take steps to protect your lungs or manage your COPD to feel better, be more active and breathe easier.
Proactive health management plays a huge role in helping people age happily and healthily.
What You Should Know About Healthy Aging
by Heidi Schwarzwald, MD   (NAPSI)—Seniors, caregivers and their families and support systems should prioritize certain steps to promote healthy aging—many of which can happen from the …
Follow these expert tips to have a safe, happy and healthy Halloween and fall season with pets.
Veterinarian-Approved Tips for Transitioning Pets to Fall Routines
by Dr. Whitney Miller   (NAPSI)—With fall in full swing, pets and pet parents face new routines, shorter days and busier schedules, especially with Halloween around the corner. While …
One Woman’s Journey with Vision Loss and What You Need to Know
(BPT) - Mary, a devoted mother, grandmother and educator, gradually found herself struggling to distinguish contrasting colors, a subtle but unsettling change that impacted her daily routine. While …
Hannah Corbin shares her journey with Hashimoto’s disease
(BPT) - Hear from Peloton instructor, Hannah Corbin, as she opens up about the challenges and triumphs she experienced on her journey to receiving a Hashimoto’s disease diagnosis. If …
Living Boldly with Glioma: Jennifer’s Story of Resilience
(BPT) - One woman shares her story of hope living with a rare and aggressive brain cancer.Jennifer’s* story begins in a small town in Alabama where she was born into a loving family. From a …
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Tips to Be Prepared for Cooler Weather
(Family Features) Despite the old adage that "you'll catch your death of cold," the cold itself doesn't cause illness. More accurately, the cold is more hospitable to viruses, making it easier for them to spread.
PORTABLE HOME DEVICE FOR EARLY DETECTION OF BREAST CANCER
PORTABLE HOME DEVICE FOR EARLY DETECTION OF BREAST CANCER
(NewsUSA) - The ScanEase OneSense device is a screening tool for diagnosing breast cancer. The device facilitates an examination that is accessible to patients of any age and body type, allowing for …
Student debt is taxing young people's mental health
The Economic Hardship Reporting Project and Teen Vogue examine the different ways student debt is affecting young people's mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing.
You can schedule an appointment for the seasonal flu vaccine, as well as COVID-19, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and pneumococcal pneumonia vaccinations at your local CVS Pharmacy at CVS.com.
It’s Time to Help Protect Yourself from the Flu and COVID-19
(NAPSI)—While there’s no distinct COVID-19 season like there is for the flu, it’s been shown that COVID-19 can peak during the winter months. To help fight respiratory illnesses, it’s …
The Truth About Women and Heart Disease
(Family Features) Heart disease is the leading cause of death among women in the United States. Consider these recommended steps for women looking to improve their heart health.
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Fact or Fiction: Debunking Top Myths About Erectile Dysfunction

(BPT) - Sponsored by Boston ScientificErectile dysfunction (ED) can be frustrating and confusing for both a man and his partner. ED, or the inability to achieve or maintain an erection that is firm …

3 ways expressing gratitude can make you happier and healthier

(BPT) - At a time when even the most optimistic of us can’t help but get stuck on the negative, science tells us that tapping into our sense of gratitude is a shortcut to feeling more grounded. …

The Importance of Managing Bad Cholesterol: What You Should Know

(BPT) - Sponsored by Novartis Pharmaceuticals CorporationDid you know that in the US, nearly half of all adults have some type of cardiovascular disease (CVD), also referred to as known heart …

Parents: What you need to know about meningitis

(BPT) - College student Jamie Schanbaum was studying at the University of Texas at Austin, just 19 years old, when she was rushed to the hospital with severe symptoms that seemed related to asthma or …

Empowering women with affordable wellness solutions for total well-being

(BPT) - When we talk about women’s wellness, physical, mental and emotional health often take center stage, but there’s another key aspect that’s just as important: sexual wellness. …

Prostate Cancer Awareness Month: Myths vs. Facts about a Leading Cancer

(BPT) - Sponsored by Boston ScientificProstate cancer is the second most common cancer found in men in the U.S., with about 1 in 8 men getting diagnosed in their lifetime. The risk of prostate cancer …

The only FDA-approved nasal spray medication proven to reduce symptoms in people living with treatment-resistant depression

(BPT) - Clinical depression or major depressive disorder (MDD) is one of the most common mental health disorders, with almost 21 million adults in the United States having experienced at least one …

Boost your health this fall with 5 expert tips

(BPT) - Do you find that your health and fitness take a back seat during the fall and winter months? As the temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, it can be difficult to motivate yourself to …

Alopecia areata is an autoimmune disease, not a cosmetic issue

(BPT) - It started with a tiny patch — the size of a walnut, round and smooth. At 21, Deirdre Nero was puzzled by her sudden hair loss — she was studying abroad in Spain when she noticed …
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