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COVID-19 and chronic disease: There’s a connection

Editor’s note: This article was published on March 30, 2020. COVID-19 information and recommendations are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, visit the Centers for Disease Control…
Restoring your sexual health: 3 reasons to seek help

Sexual health is the physical, mental, social and emotional well-being of a person’s sexuality. When you are physically, mentally and emotionally fit, you can live a satisfying life. Obstetrics…
Symptoms of COPD: Cough and shortness of breath

Nearly 16 million adults in the U.S. have COPD, or chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Many more do not know they have COPD, despite living with the common symptoms of…
Building toys kindle kids’ creativity

Blocks may be old-fashioned toys, but they’re anything but boring. Building toys like blocks and Legos are favorites among many kids, even as they get older. Playing with these…
Quarantine 15: Tips to help you manage your weight during COVID

Since COVID-19 lockdown, does your refrigerator call your name because you’re working from home? Is it hard to keep the snack drawer replenished because everyone’s indoors, bored silly and…
Language barriers and health care: Interpreters give you a voice

Health care can be complicated. It can be a challenge to understand medical terminology and explanations from your doctor. This challenge is amplified if you don’t understand the language…
Kristina Howey’s story: Overcoming domestic violence and PTSD

One night, Kristina Howey walked into the bathroom at work. There she picked up a pamphlet on domestic violence. “I discreetly folded it up and brought it to my…
Recovered from COVID-19? 3 things to know

Editor’s note: This article was published on November 18, 2020. COVID-19 information and recommendations are subject to change. For the most up-to-date information, visit the Centers for Disease Control…