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Move to Improve: Delaying Parkinson’s Disease progression through exercise
The goal of the class is full-body improvement for mood, sleep, flexibility, coordination, agility, ...
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Polk County free health screenings: Making care accessible in our community
Health educators are partnering with Polk Community Free Clinic to offer a full lipid panel, as well...
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Busting myths instead of hips: Falling isn’t a normal part of aging
During the Falls Prevention Fair on Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, there will be a range of resources to ...
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The 5 essential tips for maintaining your mental health while parenting
According to the CDC, taking care of your mental health while parenting is important for both you an...
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Creating a roadmap to quit smoking
“What we want to do is help them with the tools so they’re ready to quit, and they try. There’s no f...
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'Terrible twos' and beyond: How to tackle tantrums with confidence
Remember, your child is still learning how to express their emotions and needs your guidance. Here a...
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Five sunscreen myths debunked
To help you stay on the bright side of skin care, be aware of some of the common myths around sunscr...
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The two main types of sleep apnea and how to treat them
Studies have linked sleep apnea to high blood pressure, increased risk of heart attack, stroke and i...
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4 myths about sleep and how much sleep you actually need
How much sleep you need varies from person to person, as well as across different age groups. Here’s...
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10 tips to get better sleep
Try these 10 lifestyle and dietary habits that good sleepers use to feel better rested.
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A how-to guide to diagnose and treat shift work sleep disorder
When you work at night and sleep during daylight, your body’s natural rhythms can become confused. T...
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Restless legs syndrome: Causes, symptoms and treatment
Do you feel a recurring crawling, tingling or pulling feeling in your legs? You may be living with r...
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Beyond walking and talking: 10 weird things you might do while you sleep
Parasomnias occur when a person is in a mixed state, both asleep and awake — awake enough to act out...
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A how-to guide for staying rested while working the night shift
Not everyone who works a night shift has sleeping problems, but most do. Working at night goes again...
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What is narcolepsy and how do I treat it?
A person with narcolepsy is likely to become drowsy or fall asleep at inappropriate times and places...
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How to know if you have insomnia
Learn about the causes and symptoms of insomnia, and what to try next if you're having trouble sleep...
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What’s a CPAP device and how do I use it?
Common problems with CPAP include a leaky mask, dry mouth or nose and trouble falling asleep. If you...
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Do you know how to spot health scams online?
When social media platforms promote things like supplements, the recommendations are usually backed ...
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Chew on this: Most Americans are eating their meals too quickly
Eating too quickly can lead to everything from indigestion to weight gain. Try these tips to slow do...
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Biometric scores: What lab tests tell us about health
By monitoring lab results over time, you can work with your health care provider to take proactive s...