Health
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Unexplained itching and fatigue? Time to get your liver checked
(BPT) – Imagine having itchy skin and fatigue with no explanation or diagnosis for your symptoms. This is what happened to Minnesota native Nishele, 44,...
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4 things millennials need to know to protect their financial future
(BPT) – More than 100 million working Americans have no disability coverage other than Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI). Millennials – now the largest part...
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Take control of your type 2 diabetes treatment plan with these 6 rules
(BPT) – Today, nearly 28 million Americans have type 2 diabetes and another 86 million are at risk for developing it, according to data from...
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Stay safe from mosquito-borne illnesses with these simple tips
(BPT) – Despite recent news that Aedes aegypti, the mosquito that can carry Zika, chikungunya and other viruses has spread to 30 states, the majority...
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Trouble hearing? Why you need to do more than just turn up the volume
(BPT) – Approximately 20 percent of Americans live with hearing loss, according to the Hearing Loss Association of America. If you’re among them, you may...
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Tips for caretakers to help their loved one get better nutrition
(BPT) – When a patient is battling cancer, good nutrition is essential to maintain physical strength and help ensure a better response to treatment. Foods...
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Swamped this summer? 7 tips to keep your family healthy
(BPT) – The sunny days of summer are here and school may be out, but your family is still as active and busy as ever. It’s...
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What makes you feel fulfilled? Uncovering the secret to living your best life
(BPT) – It’s not money. It’s also not how many vacations you take, or whether or not you have pets, or if you own a...
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Parents: Tips for preventing and battling super-lice
(BPT) – Plenty of common childhood ailments are heavy on “ick factor,” no matter how harmless they really are. Few experiences, however, have the power...
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What you need to know about the opioid epidemic
(BPT) – All it takes is a quick glance at the news to discover the state of drug abuse in the United States. Out of...