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Health

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Health is a state of physical, mental and social well-being, not just the absence of disease or infirmity. Good health helps people live a full life…

How to Recognize an Anxiety Attack

Anxiety can occur when a person fears that something bad is going to happen. It is a term that refers to a feeling of fear or anxiety, often related to a particular problem or concern.

Linda M.
September 13, 2022
5.0K views
6 minute read

Heart Disease

Heart Problems and the Heat: What to Know and Do

This spring, many parts of the United States experienced historic heat waves.…

Linda M.
September 12, 2022
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3 minute read

Nutrition

Why Are You Taking a Multivitamin?

Are you one of the three Americans who take a multivitamin every…

Linda M.
September 11, 2022
2.7K views
3 minute read

Have Lupus? What to Know About Birth Control

Autoimmune disorders like lupus affect which contraceptive options are safe and effective…

Linda M.
September 10, 2022
3.9K views
3 minute read

Anxiety

What is Prenatal Anxiety?

Pregnancy brings many changes, and in some cases, anxiety may occur or worsen. Complications during a person’s pregnancy can exacerbate anxiety symptoms. However, there is a range of treatments that may help.

Linda M.
September 9, 2022
2.8K views
4 minute read

Diabetes

How is the Pancreas Involved in Diabetes?

The pancreas is the organ that produces insulin, and it plays a major role in regulating blood glucose levels.

Linda M.
September 8, 2022
2.9K views
4 minute read

Headache & Migraine

The Types of Auras You May Experience During a Migraine

Migraine is more than just a headache – it’s a neurological condition. Although a severe headache is a prominent feature of migraine attacks, there may be many other symptoms. One of these symptoms is aura.

Linda M.
September 7, 2022
2.4K views
3 minute read

Is the Male Menopause Real?

The female menopause marks the end of the female reproductive cycle. However, men experience a range of symptoms and changes while growing older, which some people compare to the effects of menopause.

Linda M.
September 5, 2022
2.8K views
4 minute read

Mental Health

Can Stress Make You Sick?

Stress is your body’s response to an actual or perceived threat. Some stress is good for you and drives you to take action, like looking for a job when you’ve been fired.

Linda M.
September 4, 2022
2.4K views
3 minute read

Men's Health

What to Know About Toxic Masculinity

Toxic masculinity is a term often used to describe negative aspects of exaggerated masculine traits. The term has evolved over time and has a place in both academia and everyday speech.