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Health And Fitness Front
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Summer Tips for Those at Risk for Anaphylaxis
(BPT) - Warm weather is here, bringing barbecues, picnics and more time spent outdoors. Everyone should be able to enjoy these popular pastimes, including the up to six million Americans at risk for a severe allergic reaction or anaphylaxis. For these people, a bee sting, shrimp on the barbecue or a latex balloon may lead to a life-threatening emergency. That’s why it’s important to have a plan in place to help avoid allergens and be prepared if accidental contact occurs.
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Tinnitus 411: What You Need to Know About Ringing Ears
(StatePoint) In a world full of noise -- from everything from city traffic and lawnmowers to hairdryers and earbuds on personal music devices -- hearing problems are a growing issue. Chief among these problems is tinnitus, a medical condition affecting 50 million Americans.
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Parents of Colicky Infants Turn to Chiropractic Care
(NewsUSA) - For those parents who never imagined their ailing babies and toddlers could be helped by chiropractic care, it may be time for some rethinking.
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Thursday 05/16/2013
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- Protecting Your Eyes from Sun Damage
- Updated: May 16, 2013 - 12:38 pm
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Did you know it’s just as important to protect your eyes from the sun’s harmful rays as it is to shield your skin? Extended exposure to the sun's UV rays has been linked to eye damage, including cataracts, macular degeneration, pingueculae (bumps in the eye), pterygia (bumps on the eyelid) and photokeratitis that can cause temporary vision loss. Just as we protect our skin from the sun's rays, we must also protect our eyes.
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- This Summer: Stay in Shape without a Gym Membership
- Updated: May 16, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(StatePoint) It’s not as easy to hide under layers of clothing during the summer. You’ll want to look your best in those shorts, t-shirts and bathing suits; as such, staying in shape is key.
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Thursday 05/02/2013
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- Your Love Can Help You Win $11,000 Diamond Earrings
- Updated: May 03, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(NAPSI)--Wedding bands and engagement rings are more than gifts to mark an occasion; they symbolize a couples eternal love and commitment. Now, that everlasting love can also lead to more lovely jewelry. Thats because through May 21, 2013, people can share their stories of Everlasting Love online for a chance to win $11,000 Erica Courtney diamond earrings.
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- Give The Gift Of Diamonds
- Updated: May 03, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(NAPSI)Diamonds are a special gift to give and receive. Give the gift of diamonds this Mothers Day to show how much you care. After all, a girl can always have more diamonds.
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- The Powerful Role Fashion Plays In Self-Expression
- Updated: May 03, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(NAPSI)—Before you head out to shop this season’s trends, perhaps it’s worth considering how fashion makes you feel and what different fashion pieces can say about you. Sometimes, fashion speaks louder than words.
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Thursday 04/25/2013
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- How Miss America Stays Chic
- Updated: April 26, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(NAPSI)—You don’t have to be Mallory Hagan to look like Miss America—or, at any rate, to dress like her.
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Monday 04/22/2013
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- Trends in Natural Color Diamonds Shine in Everyday Fashion
- Updated: April 23, 2013 - 3:31 am
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(NewsUSA) - Spring and summer are synonymous with a flurry of wedding activities. Although engagement rings and wedding bands are the main jewelry at a wedding, fine jewelry is actually the most considered choice for all of the gifts surrounding the romantic affair -- bride gifts, groom gifts, gifts for the mother of the bride, not to mention tokens of appreciation for bridesmaids and groomsmen.
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Thursday 04/11/2013
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- Save Your Skin From Stress
- Updated: April 13, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(NAPSI)—Wearing your heart on your sleeve is one thing; wearing your stress on your skin is another. It’s something you don’t want.
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Thursday 04/04/2013
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- Protect Your Skin and Hair While You Swim
- Updated: April 05, 2013 - 3:31 am
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(NAPSI)—Summer is right around the corner, and for many families, that means it’s the season for pool time fun. Swimming is not only the ideal way to cool off, it’s also great exercise and supports a healthy lifestyle.
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- Five Ways To Save Yourself From The Sun's Rays
- Updated: April 05, 2013 - 3:31 am
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(NAPSI)--It’s a bright idea to save your skin from the damage that can come from too much sun. Unprotected exposure to ultraviolet (UV) light can put you at risk for skin cancer, which, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, is the most common form of cancer in the United States.
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Wednesday 05/15/2013
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- ObamaCare: What You Need to Know
- Updated: May 16, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(NewsUSA) - Many of the key provisions of the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act -- better known as ObamaCare -- are already coming into effect this year.
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- Your Weight Matters: Take the Pledge to Talk to a Healthcare Provider
- Updated: May 16, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(NewsUSA) - Five to 10 percent.
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- When Hot Flashes Meet Summer Heat: Tips To Help Keep You Cool
- Updated: May 16, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(NAPSI)If youre among the nearly 75 percent of menopausal women who suffer from hot flashes,1 it can be tough to enjoy the sunny weather worrying about a sudden hot flash in summertime. And since hot weather tends to be a common hot flash trigger,2 these sudden feelings of warmth can be exacerbated. But, with just a little planning and preparation you can get on the right track to an enjoyable summer.
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- New Help And Hope For Dyslexics
- Updated: May 16, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(NAPSI)—If you or someone you care about is among the one in five people affected by dyslexia-a disability that makes reading difficult-there may be good news for you.
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- A Better Diet Can Improve Your Looks
- Updated: May 15, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(StatePoint) There may be some credence to the old saying that “beauty comes from within.” Scientific research shows that the appearance of your largest, most visible organ -- your skin -- can be directly affected by the vitamins, nutrients and minerals you feed your body.
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- Facts matter when your health is at stake
- Updated: May 22, 2013 - 3:31 am
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(BPT) - Learning that you have a disease or medical condition can be overwhelming. You need to learn more about your condition. You may get advice from all directions – from well-meaning friends and family, the Internet, magazines, newspapers and television. But in the end, you want to understand your treatment options so that you can discuss your choices with your health care provider.
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Friday 05/10/2013
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- What Every Woman Should Know About Long-Term Care
- Updated: May 11, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(NewsUSA) - With women generally outliving men, planning for long-term care becomes more urgent for them in their pre-retirement years. After all, while longevity definitely has its upside -- including more time to enjoy travel and family -- there's no denying its biggest potential downside: the increased risk of health problems that can make caring for oneself difficult.
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- Improving Brain Research for Better Alzheimer's Diagnoses
- Updated: May 11, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(NewsUSA) - More than 5 million Americans live with Alzheimer's disease -- a number that's only going to rise as more adults age into their mid to late 60s. So, making strides to better understand the disease is a must.
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Thursday 05/09/2013
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- Tips For Keeping Your Eyes In Tip-top Shape
- Updated: May 11, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(NAPSI)—Any time of year can be the right time to take a look at how you can maintain the health of your eyes. The good news is that there are simple steps you can follow to keep your eyes healthy and make sure you are seeing your best.
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- 25 Minutes: The Time It Takes To Teach Children About Safety
- Updated: May 11, 2013 - 3:32 am
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(NAPSI)—Did you know there are 525,000 minutes in a year? The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children wants you to take 25 of them to talk to your child about safety—the same amount of time it takes to watch a favorite TV show. It could save a child’s life.
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