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Teen Suicide: Learning to Recognize the Warning Signs
Read more: Teen Suicide: Learning to Recognize the Warning SignsMany teen suicides can be prevented if warning signs are detected and appropriate intervention is conducted. The reasons No two teenagers are alike, but there are some common reasons they consider suicide. Many teens who attempt suicide do so during an acute crisis in reaction to some conflict with peers or parents. Such conflicts are…
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Belly Fat and Your Heart Health
Read more: Belly Fat and Your Heart HealthBelly fat is a nuisance. It makes clothes fit tight. It doesn’t go away easily. And it’s bad for your health. For most of us, we tend to focus on how to lose our belly fat for purposes of looking and feeling better. There are countless articles on tips for losing belly fat or the…
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Obese and Healthy? For Some, Yes.
Read more: Obese and Healthy? For Some, Yes.Some obese people have no greater risk of cardiovascular disease or cancer than normal-weight people, a new study suggests. Moreover, for patients with heart disease, being obese may actually reduce the risk of death, a phenomenon called the “obesity paradox,” another study finds. “It is possible to be fat and fit — but relatively few…
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Men & Cancer: Early Detection and What Not to Ignore
Read more: Men & Cancer: Early Detection and What Not to IgnoreEarly detection and treatment are key to surviving cancer. Both men and women can greatly improve their outcomes if they recognize the symptoms of cancer early. Would you know what to look for? We have broken down a list for men specifically. Please share this important life-saving information with your friends and family. If you…
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West Nile Virus Cases in Oklahoma, Tips for Avoiding Mosquito Bites
Read more: West Nile Virus Cases in Oklahoma, Tips for Avoiding Mosquito BitesThe Oklahoma State Department of Health has issued a public warning for Oklahomans to take precautions when outdoors, as the height of the West Nile season nears. So far, a total of 55 cases of West Nile virus have been identified in Oklahoma, with 14 of those in Tulsa County, the most of any county.…
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West Nile in Oklahoma, Tips for Avoiding Mosquito Bites
Read more: West Nile in Oklahoma, Tips for Avoiding Mosquito BitesThe Oklahoma State Department of Health has issued a public warning for Oklahomans to take precautions when outdoors, as the height of the West Nile season nears. So far, a total of 55 cases of West Nile virus have been identified in Oklahoma, with 14 of those in Tulsa County, the most of any county.…
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Baby’s Healthy Diet Feeds IQ, Study Says
Read more: Baby’s Healthy Diet Feeds IQ, Study SaysBabies and toddlers fed a healthy diet may have slightly higher IQs by the time they are 8 years old than children fed less healthy foods at a young age, according to a new study. Researchers from the University of Adelaide, in Australia, found an early diet rich in junk foods could cost children up…
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Shark Week Returns: What We Can Learn from a Shark’s Diet
Read more: Shark Week Returns: What We Can Learn from a Shark’s DietThis is the 25th anniversary of Discovery Channel’s “Shark Week.” The popular show has become a viewing frenzy for fans who have an up-close look at one of the most feared animals in their natural habitat. From the comfort of living rooms, 20+ million viewers peer into the daily lives of sharks. There are more…
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Back to School Basics: Overall Health Checklist
Read more: Back to School Basics: Overall Health ChecklistIt is that time of year again. Parents, teachers and children are starting a new year with freshly sharpened pencils, clean sheets of paper and expectations that this school year will be a great one. It is also that time of year when hundreds of children fill the halls at the first bell, leaving sun-filled…
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Is VBAC Safe for Mom and Baby?
Read more: Is VBAC Safe for Mom and Baby?The decision to pursue a vaginal birth after a C-section (called a VBAC or TOLAC – trial of labor after C-section) is a big question for many expectant mothers. VBAC eligibility is dependent upon many factors, and is safe for many patients. Patients who have had one low transverse uterine incisions who do not have…
