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4 ways to stay healthy this summer (and still enjoy the summer weather)

Summer is in full swing and with it comes a host of great outdoor activities. However, this sunny season also opens the door to some…

Couch to 5K: Week one

I did it! With a little bit of perseverance and a lot of dragging from my partner in crime Clifford, I made it through week…

HPV vaccine proving effective

The human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine has decreased the incidence of the cancer-causing virus among teenage girls by 56 percent since the vaccine was approved in…

Healthy fats reduce prostate cancer spread

A new study suggests men who have been diagnosed with prostate cancer may reduce the spread of the disease by eating a diet high in…

AMA declares obesity a disease

The nation’s largest physicians group, the American Medical Association (AMA) has officially declared obesity a disease. Supporters of the disease classification believe this decision could…

Free webcast offers strategies for parents/caregivers on keeping families healthy & happy

Keeping our children and families healthy is one of the most important and challenging goals for parents and caregivers. Current research has shown that starting…

Give the gift of prevention for Mother's Day

My Mom is incredibly caring, has endless strength and loves her family more than anything. She was 14 years old when her mother died of…

Heart health = Cancer prevention

Healthy habits do more than just help protect you and your family from cancer, they can also help prevent other chronic illnesses, such as heart…

Healthy recipe: Basil, shrimp & zucchini pasta

Yield: 4 servings, about 1 1/4 cups each Servings: 4 Prep Time: 35 minutes Total Time: 35 minutes Recipe Description: This quick-cooking, healthy dinner is…

When and when not to work out during cold/flu season

A case of the common cold can disrupt your work life, your social calendar and even your exercise regimen. Sports medicine experts say brisk exercise…