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Rehabilitation Plan Post Heart Attack
A heart attack is not the death sentence it once was. While it is a life-threatening and life-changing, medical condition, many survive a heart attack and go on to live healthy and long lives. The chances are higher than ever that one can survive a heart attack and undergo a complete rehabilitation, though factors such […]
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Everything You Need To Know About Vitamins
There’s a lot of misinformation floating around about vitamins–especially when it comes to taking supplements. While it’s possible to get the recommended daily dose of most vitamins through diet alone, the fact of the matter is that most people can benefit from adding at least a few vitamin supplements to their diets. At the same […]
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Sun Damage – What You Need To Know
Many people lay out in the sun for long periods of time in order to get a tan. They prefer the appearance of darker skin. It improves their confidence and self-esteem. You will pay a very high price if you decide to tan your skin on a regular basis. It is important to understand why […]
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Medications: How To Make Smart Choices
Despite common belief, you can play a tremendous role in creating your treatment plan. By knowing your medical history, allergies, and budget, you will be able to work with the doctor to determine the necessary medicine to properly treat your condition. Asking the right questions about your prescribed medications will also help you make smart […]
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Blood Clot Prevention
You Can Prevent Harmful Blood Clots A blood clot in a vein located inside a muscle, also known as deep vein thrombosis, can cause a number of symptoms like swelling, pain and tenderness. However, many people with these blood clots experience no symptoms at all. As a preventable condition, it is important to understand the […]
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The Role Diet Plays in Senior Health
Having a healthy diet can reduce the risk of chronic illnesses and ensure a better quality of life. Chronic diseases like cardiovascular issues, high cholesterol, osteoporosis, diabetes, memory issues, strokes, visual problems and certain cancers are actually impacted by the diet that people eat. Due to this, it is important to eat a balanced diet […]
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What Happens to Your Body When You Don’t Get Enough Sleep
Many people are deprived of sleep because of their busy work or school schedules. These people will eventually start to experience serious health problems if they do not allow their body to get the amount of sleep that it needs. Our bodies repair themselves during the time we are sleeping. It is impossible for a […]
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Fighting Hypertension: Nutrition Tips to Lower Your Blood Pressure
Fighting Hypertension: Nutrition Tips to Lower Your Blood Pressure High blood pressure, or hypertension, is something that should be taken seriously no matter your age. Hypertension is most often associated with those who are older or obese, but the truth is that high blood pressure can affect anybody. While it may seem counterintuitive, the best […]
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Social Issues and Their Affect on the Health of Seniors
Social health issues are always a concern, but few realize the significant impact it can have on both the mental and physical health of senior citizens. These issues often have a largely negative effect on seniors, and many treatment centers are planning on options to make it easier for seniors to receive treatment for such […]
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Laughter, One of the Best Medicines
While there are many medications that people may take for a variety of different conditions, one of the most important things that all people must do is keep their bodies healthy with a stress-free lifestyle. Many people already known that some of the best ways to lead such a lifestyle is to exercise regularly, limit […]
