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The Latest on Fibroid Treatments
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The heavy periods and pain associated with fibroids can be debilitating. Until recently, women who had them didn’t have any options beyond suffering or having a hysterectomy. More treatment options are now available, but they have their risks. Let's take a look at what's available. Living With Fibroids Fibroids, or leiomyoma, are benign uterine tumors composed mainly of muscle tissue. Up to 80% of... 12/16/2019 8:00:00 AM
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4 Signs Someone Needs Help
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Counseling and therapy are more mainstream than they were in the past. According to Barna, approximately 42% of Americans will see a counselor at some point in their lives. And most of them benefit greatly from it. Approximately 76% have "very positive" or "somewhat positive" experiences. Even so, making the decision to see a therapist can be a difficult one.Individuals who may benefit from therapy... 12/16/2019 8:00:00 AM
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Are You Over-Managing Your Diabetes?
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Diabetes affects more than 9% of the U.S. population. Treatment can be a difficult balancing act, with about 25% of diabetes patients failing to keep their blood sugar within manageable levels. Undertreatment can be serious, creating blood sugar spikes that increase the risks for numerous health problems — but the health effects of overtreatment can be dangerous, too. The key is knowing how to strike... 12/12/2019 8:00:00 AM
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Scientists Neutralize Gene That Causes Alzheimer’s
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Alzheimer’s disease affects people and their families on profound levels, destroying minds and shattering lives. While treatments have emerged to slow its progression, none have been able to prevent or halt it completely. That may soon change. Exciting new research may be the breakthrough we’ve been waiting for. Scientists were able to fix a gene that has been shown to be responsible for Alzheimer’s... 12/10/2019 8:00:00 AM
Fred Fletcher
Dental Care Fears & Anxiety—10 Comforting Facts
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INTRODUCTION A good number of people have unjustified fears or anxieties regarding dental care. Some of that fear springs from misconceptions and myths; others spring from bad experiences they have accidentally bumped into in the past. The good news is that a number of important facts—some of which may not be known to you--can help allay some of those fears and sources of anxiety. TEN REASSURING FACTS... 12/4/2019 8:00:00 AM
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Manage Anemia Naturally
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Feeling sluggish and struggling to breathe? Anemia may be the culprit. Each year, approximately 2.8 million people are diagnosed with anemia, a condition that occurs when the body doesn’t produce or maintain enough red blood cells.Left untreated, anemia may result in pregnancy complications, heart issues or even death. That’s why it’s important to treat the symptoms of anemia right away, even if your... 12/3/2019 8:00:00 AM
Dan Newby
Lacking Inspiration? A New Emotion Might Help
by Dan Newby
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The word inspiration often conjures up nebulous, vague, airy images. It can be difficult to pin down what is missing when we aren’t feeling inspired, but we often feel 'heavy' or listless. Is there a more practical way to think about and generate inspiration rather than waiting for it to 'strike'?Our word inspiration comes from Latin and means to "breathe in." Taking a deep breath can help us begin... 12/3/2019 8:00:00 AM
Shen Chao
Sleep Bruxism Can Be an Indicator of Underlying Health Problems
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ExhaustionRestlessnessJaw painA dull, throbbing headacheFace pain Sounds a terrible way to start your day, doesn’t it? Unfortunately, this is what patients suffering from teeth grinding, or sleep bruxism, experience.Teeth grinding is known as bruxism, and when patients suffering from it do it unconsciously at night, it is known as sleep bruxism. One survey suggests that at least 8% of adults grind... 12/3/2019 8:00:00 AM
Kylie Fitch
"Not-Flix and Chill": 4 Screen-less Ways to Supercharge Your Relationship This Winter
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As temperatures drop and darkness comes too early, I’m increasingly jealous of any species that gets to hibernate. Winter can be a rough time for many reasons, and without careful attention, it can take a toll on you and your most important relationships. However, adding a few simple habits to your daily routine can keep your romance blooming all winter long.1. Evaluate Your Lifestyle and Identify... 12/3/2019 8:00:00 AM
Dr. Z
Hand or Arm Pain? Maybe it’s Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
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If you have hand or arm pain (or numbness) you might have thoracic outlet syndrome. It affects up to 2 percent of the population, but most people have never heard of it. In fact, this condition initially goes completely undiagnosed in almost all cases. That’s because it mimics many other dysfunctions, fooling even the trained medical eye. So it’s important to know what to look for in order to get the... 12/3/2019 8:00:00 AM
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