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Eye Exams: Your Needs Change with Age
The American Academy of Ophthalmology recommends an eye-disease screening for all adults as follows: If you have no signs or risk factors for eye disease, it is recommended that you get a baseline...
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Sleep Tips: 7 Ways To Improve Your Sleep
Having trouble sleeping lately? Before you start thinking you’re doomed to toss and turn every night. Try a few of these simple steps toward better sleep. 1. Stick to a sleep schedule, the same bedtime...
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I’m Washing My Hands … What Else Can I Do to Help Prevent the Flu?
Washing your hands is one of the best ways to avoid catching the flu this winter. But there are other things you can do to help protect yourself. (And you got that flu shot, right? If not, there’s...
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12 Influenza Myths and Facts
Are You in the Know? Have questions or concerns about getting this year’s flu vaccine? Many people do. Here are some of the most frequently held myths and the truth behind them. 1) Myth: You can get...
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“Diabesity” in America
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) reports that 2 out of 5 Americans are now expected to develop type 2 diabetes in their lifetime. A new study finds that the increase is related...
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Diabetes Update: Help Prevent Diabetes with Healthy Eating
Everywhere you turn, there is news about what is or isn’t good for you. Some basic principles have weathered the fad diets and have stood the test of time, says the American Diabetes Association. Here...
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Protect Your Joints
Try These Tips for Managing Rheumatoid-Arthritis Pain To avoid unnecessary joint strain and increased rheumatoid-arthritis pain, consider these tips, from The Mayo Clinic, for protecting your joints:...
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Power Windows and Kids: A Dangerous Combination
Children can hurt themselves when using or playing with a vehicle’s power windows. Many kids are injured when a window closes on their fingers, wrist or hand. Some children have been strangled by power...
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Fight Germs!
What You Can Do to Help Stay Healthy Whether or not you got your flu shot last fall (and we hope you did!), you’ll still want to practice good health habits to help you avoid catching — or sharing —...
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Lose Weight and Sleep Better
A number of studies have indicated that increased weight is associated with a decrease in sleep at night. Now, new research suggests that losing weight can improve sleep as well. In a recent study at...
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Honey and Allergies
Fall is coming on quickly and with it comes Fall allergies! Long considered an old wives’ tale or an urban legend, using local honey to control allergies is coming back into the limelight among...
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Vaccinations available at Moye’s…An ounce of prevention
Flu season is upon us and now is a great time to get your flu vaccine. Just walk in — No appointment necessary. If you are on Medicare then you may be eligible to get your flu shot for free! Don’t...
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October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
Your Mammogram: Make It More Comfortable with These Tips October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month — a great time to schedule that mammogram you may have been putting off. If anxiety about possible...
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That Darned Dandruff: There’s Help for the Itching and Flaking Simple dry skin is the most common cause of dandruff. If this is the cause of yours, you’ll likely have areas of dry skin all over your...
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Sure, You Floss … But Are You Doing It Correctly?
Flossing is simple, but there are certain techniques that will help ensure that you do the best job of taking care of your teeth and gums as possible. The American Dental Association suggests these...
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Safe Medicine Disposal
Try These Three Easy Steps October is “Talk about Prescriptions Month,” and there’s no better time to learn about safely disposing of leftover medication. The American Medical Association suggests the...
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Choosing Mobility Aids
Mobility aids help you walk or move from place to place if you are disabled or have an injury. They include crutches, canes, walkers, wheelchairs and motorized scooters. You may need a walker or cane...
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Nutrition Update: When Should I Take My Dietary Supplements?
Many of us take dietary supplements daily, but how often do we think about when to take them? Try these tips to help you improve absorption of your dietary supplements: ■ Take multivitamins with a meal...
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