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The power of compassion and empathy
Dr. Kristen Guillory shares ways we can uplift our communities through acts of compassion and empathy.
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Psychologist becomes first person in Peru to die by euthanasia after fighting in court for years
A Peruvian psychologist who suffered from an incurable disease that weakened her muscles and had her confined to her bed for several years, died by euthanasia, becoming the first person in the country to obtain the right to die with medical assistance.
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Women are less likely to die when treated by female doctors, study suggests
Hospitalized women are less likely to die or be readmitted to the hospital if they are treated by female doctors, a study published Monday in the Annals of Internal Medicine found.
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Dad, 45, thought he had a pinched nerve in his neck. A rare cancer was to blame
As an employee of the U.S. Postal Service, Len Barchanowicz led an active life and had few health problems. His neck pain was due to an orange-sized tumor.
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How to set healthy boundaries
Licensed marriage and family therapist, Melody Murray, shares how to set healthy boundaries in our relationships.
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Kickstart your health journey at Family Fit Fest
Join us at Family Fit Fest, brought to you by the Community Council of Greater Dallas (Community Council), who is celebrating more than 80 years connecting families to quality living. Happening on Saturday, April 27 at Dallas Market Hall from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., this festival is all about kickstarting your health journey in a fun and engaging way. Family…
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As bans spread, fluoride in drinking water divides communities across the US
From Oregon to Pennsylvania, hundreds of communities have in recent years either stopped adding fluoride to their water supplies or voted to prevent its addition.
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Which condiment is healthiest? Dietitians share No. 1 pick and ones to avoid
It’s hard to imagine hot dogs, hamburgers and fries without condiments, but they can sneakily add calories, fat, salt and sugar to a meal.
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Many CVS drug plans will cover over-the-counter birth control pill at no cost
The decision by CVS could open the door for more people to prevent unintended pregnancies without a prescription.
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How to reset and recharge
Motivational speaker, Betsy Allen-Manning, shares ways to reset and recharge to prioritize your mental health and wellbeing.
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What is eye syphilis? Doctor explains ‘devastating' complication of STD epidemic
As syphilis cases surge in the U.S., few people know the sexually transmitted disease can endanger vision, doctors say.
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Breaking the cycle of codependency
Author, CC the Great, shares how to break the unwanted cycle of codependency.
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PCOS symptoms are still difficult for doctors to diagnose and treat. Here's why
Polycystic ovary syndrome was first identified some 90 years ago, yet there are no FDA-approved drugs to treat the complex hormonal condition.
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Increasingly popular ‘high-functioning' label uses success at work or in school to mask poor mental health, psychologist says
Spiking levels of depression and anxiety during the pandemic raised awareness of the fact that you can be in poor mental health and still excel at work.
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US officials warn of increase in bacterial illnesses that can lead to meningitis and possibly death
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued an alert to U.S. doctors Thursday about an increase in cases of one type of invasive meningococcal disease. Most of it is due to a specific strain of bacteria.
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US tuberculosis cases were at the highest level in a decade in 2023
The U.S. saw the most tuberculosis illnesses in a decade in 2023. That’s according to a new report from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that was published Thursday. More than 9,600 cases were reported, which is a 16% increase from 2022. Forty states reported an increase, and rates were up among all age groups. Cases declined sharply at...
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Sexually transmitted infection rates have risen sharply among adults 55 and older, CDC data shows
The trend is prompting doctors to call for more discussions with older people about sexual health.
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Missing a doctor's appointment may trigger a ‘no-show' fee of up to $100. Is that fair? Experts weigh in
Missed a doctor’s appointment? You could get hit with a “no-show” fee. Here’s what experts say about the fairness of such charges, and how to avoid them.
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Confidently navigate your life's path
Growgood Counseling founder, Stephanie Rash, shares ways to reach your full potential and navigate the trials and tribulations of life.
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How to overcome feeling lost
Founder of Millennial Life Counseling, Lizz Higgins, shares how to overcome feelings of being lost.