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There are certain activities that are part of living an independent life: climbing stairs, getting up from a chair, bending over, standing at the stove. If you don’t have enough strength and stamina, even these basic tasks can become challenging. Here are five moves to build the strength and balance you need to stay independent.
Heart-healthy diet guide: Mediterranean, DASH, and plant-based approaches for cardiovascular wellness
Learn about ways of eating that can support a healthy heart. Plus, tips for sticking to a heart-healthy eating pattern.
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Your blood pressure can tell you a lot about your overall health. Here are ways to keep it in a healthy range. Plus, how to check your blood pressure at home.
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In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we spoke with Dr. Shani Fruchter, a board-certified breast surgeon at Optum Medical Care, to break down everything you need to know about mammograms. From when to start screening to what the procedure feels like, this guide helps demystify one of the most important tools in breast cancer detection.
Read articleWhy are my toenails yellow? Causes and treatment options
Fungal toenail infections affect 1 in 5 Americans and can be tough to treat without professional help. Dr. Eric J. Abrams, DPM, explains causes, symptoms, and treatment options—from antifungal medications to promising laser therapies.
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