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Jackie Holfelder

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The ‘skinny’ on fitness: More to exercise than losing weight

Fitness isn’t just a numbers game. Can an overweight person be fit? World-renowned wellness resort Canyon Ranch says ...

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Halt the salt! Lower your sodium intake for better health

Salt is the silent killer, not just in the United States but worldwide, according to a first-of-its-kind report ...

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New postpartum treatment to ease ‘baby blues’ for moms

Postpartum depression (PPD) is a lot more than “the baby blues,” say local experts who deal with both ...

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New tech has revolutionized shoulder replacement surgery

If you suffer from shoulder pain, you aren’t alone. Shoulder pain is one of the most common regional ...

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Doctors collaborate with cancer patients for better care

As healthcare shifts to include more virtual care experiences like telehealth and remote monitoring, patient engagement has become ...

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Mindfulness meditation: Safe, effective for chronic pain relief

More than one out of every 20 Americans suffer from some type of chronic pain, according to figures ...

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Dramatic changes in treatment for youngsters’ concussions

Not so long ago, concussion was brushed off as a temporary affliction, but that turned out to be ...

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Addressing new guidelines for adolescent social media use

After the American Psychological Association (APA) issued a health advisory about the dangers of social media use in ...

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Allergic to penicillin? Why finding out for sure is important

Some 30 million Americans believe they are allergic to penicillin or a penicillin-related antibiotic. When tested, however, fewer ...

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Experimental endometriosis treatment called ‘pretty potent’

Science News recently reported an exciting new experimental treatment for endometriosis, a painful gynecological disease that affects some ...

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Game changers: Health coaches gain in popularity, influence

Do you think health coaches are just for the rich and famous? According to Forbes Magazine, the new ...

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Fighting high cholesterol: New drug, lifestyle changes help

A new medication and enhanced emphasis on lifestyle changes are the latest tools being offered to people with ...