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Chances are, you or someone you know, suffers from arthritis. In the United States, 50 million people are affected by arthritis. Two-thirds of those people are under the age of 65.

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reduce arthritis discomfort by starting at your refrigerator Ways to Reduce Arthritis Discomfort Start at Your Refrigerator
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Mayo Clinic defines a urinary tract infection (UTI) as an infection in any part of the urinary system -- the kidneys, ureters, bladder and urethra.

learn more about urinary tract infections What Is a Urinary Tract Infection?
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We’ve all seen the Viagra commercials full of happy men, but where are the commercials full of ecstatic, sexually satisfied women? Those could be coming soon to a TV near you.

can boosting of sexual desire also improve mental health? How Could Boosting Sexual Desire Affect Mental Health?
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My mother passed away last week. It happened quickly, leaving the family stunned and in shock. It doesn't seem quite real yet.

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passing of a quiet life honored Honoring the Passing of a Quiet Life
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The quest for longer fuller eyelashes has caused some women to draw more attention to their eyes than they bargained for.

side effects from using eyelash extension glue Glue in Eyelash Extensions Can Cause Serious Side Effects
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This year, Madame Menopause has made her presence known in my life.

hot flashes in menopause: how to manage them Managing Menopause Hot Flashes
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Most parents try to avoid unnecessarily medicating their kids. In this day and age there's a pill (or a syrup, or a chewable, or a melting wafer, etc.) for everything.

tylenol not a cause of asthma according to study New Study Concludes Tylenol Does Not Cause Asthma
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When women enter a mid-chapter in their lives, a very large majority of women between the ages of 40-60 will experience unpleasant flashes or bursts of heat.

do you have hot flashes, fever or high blood pressure? Hot Flashes, High Blood Pressure or Fever?
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Many women experience joint pain whether it’s in their knees, hips, fingers or shoulders. The pain might come and go, be worse in the morning, or feel aching and stiff most of the day.

how is osteoarthritis caused? What Causes Osteoarthritis?
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Workout videos and gadgets such as “6 Minute Abs” and “10 Minute Trainer” are all geared to help us get fit in as little time as possible.

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7 minutes of time-saving workouts for a heavenly body 7 Minutes to a Heavenly Body? New Study Looks at Time-Saving Workouts
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Yesterday we celebrated Memorial Day, a time to recognize all of those that served in our military to protect and serve our country.

 healthy aging benefits from volunteering and serving Volunteering: Being of Service Contributes to Healthy Aging
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Some doctors fear that giving their patients bad news will trigger negative consequences. But a study published in the Aug.

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straightforward end-of-life discussions can be empowering for terminally ill Give It to Me Straight, Doc! End-of-Life Discussions may be Empowering
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Generational Shift in Playtime Modern American parenting says that, in order for our children to turn into well-rounded adults, we need to expose them to as many world experiences

losing the art of unstructured play may cost our children The Lost Art of Unstructured Play Could be Costing our Children
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Angelina Jolie recently announced her decision to have preventive bilateral mastectomies.

what does the BRCA test symbolize for everyone? The BRCA Test: What it Symbolizes for Everyone
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Dr. Andrew Weil is Director of the Center for Integrative Medicine of the College of Medicine, University of Arizona.

healthy eating with Dr. Andrew Weil Dr. Andrew Weil on Healthy Eating
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It amazes me to think that women’s health care in the 21st century is still drastically inferior to men’s in many ways, and both men’s and women’s health care is not where it should be.

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are you afraid to speak up where your health is concerned? Afraid to Speak Out about Your Health?
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Given the well-known health risks, Josh, a 22-year-old University of California-San Diego student would never consider puffing away on a cigarette.

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water pipes are a buzz kill, no safer than cigarettes Buzz Kill! Smoking Water Pipes Not Safer Than Cigarettes
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Vulvar intraepithelial neoplasia, or VIN, is a precancerous skin condition on the vulva, according to Baylor Clinic. It occurs when there are changes in the cells of the skin covering ...

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information about Vulvar Intraepithelial Neoplasia What is Vulvar Intraepithelial Neoplasia?
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"Motherhood is hard. If it were easy, fathers would do it"- Dorothy Zbornak, a character from the Golden Girls once said. She's right, not that fatherhood is an easy thing either.

what makes moms drink and use drugs Why Moms are Drinking and Using Drugs
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Pregnancy can be an exciting time for many women because it means the beginning or expansion of a family.

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pregnancy issues can have later impact on children's mental health Issues in Pregnancy That Can Impact Children’s Mental Health
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Summer vacation is the time when families are free from rigid school schedules and nice warm weather prevails just about everywhere. Many families use this time to hit the road.

travel destinations friendly to family budget Budget-Friendly Family Travel Destinations for this Summer
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Who can forget the image of fearless archaeologist Lara Croft dangling from a rope two stories high, a gun and knife wedged in thigh holsters, ready to pounce on an unsuspecting enemy?

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Angelina Jolie meets the challenge The Angelina Jolie Challenge
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There’s a lot of talk these days about personal responsibility. But when it comes to your health, what does that mean exactly?

Dr. Oz wants you to know these 5 health numbers 5 Health Numbers Dr. Oz Wants You to Know
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Summer is almost here and while everyone else is planning their awesome family getaway, you think of your special needs kids and wonder if their autism, their wheelchair, their behavior, ...

it's possible to take a vacation with your special needs kids Vacation with Special Needs Kids? It is Possible!
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If you are a woman approaching or going through menopause, don’t blame your hormones for any weight you may gain.

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menopause weight gain caused by diet rather than hormones Blame Diet, Not Hormones for Menopause Weight Gain

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