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What Chocolate Could Do for Your Ticker
It's always nice to find out something that tastes delicious may also be good for you.
Balancing Life with Lupus
Have you or your loved one been recently diagnosed with lupus? With no known cure, lupus may be a scary diagnosis. Lupus is an autoimmune disease that affects roughly 1.5 million Americans — many of them female. 
The Truth About Bad Sleep
Next time you find yourself tossing and turning all night, remember that you're not alone.
Alternative ADHD Treatments
ADHD is commonly treated with stimulants, but is a complex disorder that is unique to the individual patient. T here are alternative non-medication therapies that can be used alongside medication. If you or your child has ADHD, ask your doctor about these alternative treatments.   
How to Stay Healthy Abroad
Your passage abroad is booked and your hotel room is reserved. But before you pack your bags and head out, it may be wise to consider one more important factor: your health.
After a Wreck, Older Adults Might Not Quickly Bounce Back
Car accidents happen to people from all walks of life and at all ages. But that doesn't mean all people recover from these events as easily as others.
Healthy Ways to Celebrate Father’s Day
Father’s Day is just around the corner! Are you ready to show dad just how much he means to you this weekend?
Summer Fire Safety Tips
Summertime is a great chance to fire up the barbeque or put on an exciting fireworks show, but with all this fun comes responsibility. Make sure you keep your safety and the safety of your loved ones in mind this summer, especially when grilling or setting off fireworks. Here are some safety tips to stay safe around fire this summer.
Saving the Breast in Cancer Surgery
As bad as a breast cancer diagnosis is, the prospect of breast cancer surgery may be nearly as scary for some women. Many women, however, are taking advantage of newer surgery options that save as much of the breast as possible.
Do Sunscreen Labels Have You Confused?
Sunscreen and outdoor activities go hand-in-hand, especially in the summer. But when it comes to choosing a sunscreen, many people may be left in the dark.