Did you know nearly two out of every 100 individuals live with paralysis in the United States? According to the “Living with Paralysis & Caregiver National Survey” conducted by the Christopher & Dana Reeve Foundation, a majority of Americans (69%) underestimate how many people are living with paralysis. However, one in three Americans say they …

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No matter your age or fitness level, experts agree that physical activity brings multiple benefits to your mind and body. If you wonder how being more active as you get older can help you live a happier, healthier life — and how to get started — taking small, simple steps to boost your activity level …

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People visiting foodbanks rose by 55% in 2020, with about a quarter of those being first-time visitors, according to Feeding America. This need highlighted an important program that has been serving pregnant, breastfeeding, and non-breastfeeding postpartum women and infants and children up to age five who are at nutritional risk. That program is called the …

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Access to healthcare services, doctors, medications, therapies, and vaccines can have life-changing impacts. That is why healthcare coverage is essential. However, staying covered takes action, especially since the restart of annual eligibility reviews for millions of individuals and families who get their coverage through Medicaid. What has changed? During the pandemic, the federal government enacted …

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Have you heard about the blue zones? These are the six places around the world — Singapore; Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia, Italy; Ikaria, Greece; Loma Linda, California; and the Nicoya Peninsula in Costa Rica — where people live the longest. National Geographic Explorer and New York Times best-selling author Dan Buettner has spent more than 20 …

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If you are one of the more than 35 million Americans who are estimated to have obstructive sleep apnea (OSA), you already know how disruptive it can be to your life. While OSA is one of the most common and serious sleep disorders, the condition is widely under-diagnosed, so the number of affected Americans may …

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Sponsored by Sanofi Sometimes it takes another person to notice signs of illness before you even realize yourself that it’s time to seek help. That was the case for Eric Tozer. He was experiencing classic symptoms of type 1 diabetes, without realizing it. When his mother said something about his significant weight loss and that …

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Are you making any New Year’s resolutions this year? If so, consider prioritizing your sexual and reproductive health. While often overlooked, they are undeniably integral to your overall wellness. Here are five tips to guide your goals for better sexual and reproductive health this year. 1. Schedule regular checkups Make sure that you’re on track …

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It’s that time of year again: you feel the tickle in the back of your throat, think you’re coming down with something, and visit the local urgent care. They ask for a copay, and you pay it. But have you given any thought to how you pay for medical expenses? Enter the health savings account. …

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As the new year is here and you may be setting health goals for yourself, exploring the new weight loss medications might be part of this. Whether you’re considering trying them, currently on one, or recently have ended treatment, it’s important not only to consult with your health care provider for guidance, but also to …

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