Health
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Miss America contestant encourages those living with type 1 diabetes to feel more confident
(BPT) – Approximately 1.2 million Americans have Type 1 diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. For many, this diagnosis brings some insecurities. Miss America...
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Screening with ‘Pap HPV’ is the preferred method for women aged 30-65 in the fight against cervical cancer
(BPT) – It is not often that new study results come along that help put to rest an issue that impacts millions of women in...
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Tips and tools that can help you confidently manage type 1 diabetes
(BPT) – Approximately 1.2 million Americans have Type 1 diabetes, according to the American Diabetes Association. For many, this diagnosis brings some insecurities. Miss America...
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A personalized approach to treating metastatic melanoma
(BPT) – ‘You have melanoma.’ For many people who hear these words, a deeply personal health journey follows. But one of the most important facts...
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Educational events connect local Parkinson’s communities with resources and support
(BPT) – More than one year ago, The Michael J. Fox Foundation for Parkinson’s Research (MJFF) and AbbVie launched Partners in Parkinson’s, a strategic health...
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Know the prescription for finding safe online pharmacies
(BPT) – Many Americans have trouble affording their medications. In fact, numerous recent news reports document the skyrocketing costs of prescriptions. Spending on medications was...
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It’s flu season again – time to think vaccination, but not just for flu protection
(BPT) – Flu season is here once again, and many people will roll up their sleeves and line up for their annual flu shots. And,...
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5 tips to better manage your COPD
(BPT) – Has shortness of breath ever made you avoid climbing the stairs or walking from one room to another in your own home? Do...
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The season of ‘ew’: Tips and tricks for conquering unavoidable winter germs
(BPT) – From pencils and paper to snacks and show-and-tell treasures – kids share virtually everything at school. While parents agree sharing is a good...
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Atopic dermatitis: Understanding what makes people ‘itch’
(BPT) – The skin is the body’s largest organ, but we seldom think about what lies beneath what’s visible to the eye. In today’s society,...