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New Year, New Deductible: How to Better Afford Healthcare Costs
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Every January 1st, the deductible on most health insurance policies resets. This means that we must begin paying into our deductibles again. Many of us may have difficulty paying for tests, medications and other medical expenses until our deductibles have been met for the year.Fortunately, there are strategies available to lower your out-of-pocket healthcare costs. We have some tips. Consider a Health... 4/2/2021 4:00:00 AM
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The Eye Exam That Detects Signs of Alzheimer's Disease
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The eyes might be the window to the soul, but they can offer surprising insights to your health, too. A new take on an old eye exam may be able to tell if someone has Alzheimer’s disease.An imaging technique called OCT angiography, which takes pictures of blood vessels and nerves in the back of the eye, may be able to detect early Alzheimer’s disease. Researchers have found that similar vascular changes... 3/12/2021 8:00:00 AM
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Blood Test May Reveal Some Risks of Premature Death
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It may be morbid to think about, but have you ever wondered how old, or young, you’ll be when you pass on? Knowing the risk factors of an individual for premature death may allow them time to change diet, lifestyle, and overall fitness to increase the odds of living a longer life. And it turns out that understanding the risk of premature death may be as easy as having a simple blood test. Inflammation... 3/12/2021 8:00:00 AM
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Does Your Makeup Contain Asbestos?
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In March of 2019, Claire’s Stores, Inc., a popular tween store found in malls across the country, voluntarily recalled 3 products containing talcum powder 2 years after the U.S. Food & Drug Administration found the presence of asbestos fibers in product samples. The delayed recall, which is attributed to the cosmetic company’s refusal to take action, made it possible for countless people to unwittingly... 3/10/2021 8:00:00 AM
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Why Kidney Stones Are on The Rise
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Approximately 10% of people will experience the excruciating pain associated with a kidney stone at least once in their lives. What’s more, that number is on the rise. In the 2000s, the prevalence rate for kidney stones was 8.8%, compared with 3.8% in the 1970s. If the current trend continues, future generations will develop more kidney stones than generations currently living. But why?One million... 3/8/2021 8:00:00 AM
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How Diabetes Can Increase COVID-19 Complications
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A handful of high-risk groups, including those with diabetes, need to be especially cautious about avoiding this pandemic. Doctors have been aware of the connection, but it’s taken them some time to figure out exactly why diabetes is such a risk factor for severe COVID-19 complications. But researchers believe the biggest reasons may include higher risks of cytokine storms, blood clotting and a few... 3/5/2021 8:00:00 AM
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Is Rheumatoid Arthritis 2 Separate Diseases?
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According to the Rheumatoid Arthritis Support Network, about 1.4 million people in the United States suffer from rheumatoid arthritis (RA). Experts don't know as much as they would like about the chronic condition, including how to treat it. But one new idea poses an interesting idea. It could be that RA is not a single disease, but instead may actually be two distinct conditions. Two Possible RA... 3/2/2021 8:00:00 AM
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3 Foods That Can Help Burn Fat
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Weight loss can be difficult to achieve, but the process becomes even harder the older we get. Our metabolism slows down and our bodies just do not handle fats and foods as well as they once did. Unlike fad diets, certain foods and natural essential oils and herbs can be an effective aid in losing weight (and usually in a healthier way). Below are a few you might want to consider.Grapefruit (or Grapefruit... 2/26/2021 8:00:00 AM
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Effects of Puberty on the Traumatized Brain
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Puberty is a time of intense physical and psychological upheaval. Like the caterpillar and the butterfly, the move from adolescent to adult human can require great transformation. But in cases of early childhood trauma, the emotional aspects of that shift could work to a child's benefit. As we age, we tend to look at this period in our lives as one filled with grief and discomfort, but in some cases,... 2/26/2021 8:00:00 AM
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Could a Watch Save Your Life?
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Wearable devices have revolutionized the exercise world, turning step-count into a household term and helping users become more aware of their activity levels. But now, tech companies are marketing some of these devices as potential lifesavers. See what we’ve uncovered on smartwatches designed to save their users’ lives. New Applications for Existing Tech May Save Lives Wearable devices initially became... 2/22/2021 8:00:00 AM
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