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Veterans with hearing loss experience renewed hope
(BPT) - As our nation’s heroes continue to return home from the fronts of two major wars, it is a great time to recognize the tremendous toll service to our country can have on the brave men and women who selflessly choose to protect our freedoms throughout the world. While there are many devastating effects of war, th...
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Your bedroom: the key to a restful night's sleep
(BPT) - Whether snuggling in for the night or just trying to catch a quick few winks, your environment plays an important role in determining if you’re counting sheep or counting Zzzs. From noise reduction to lighting, there are a few easy ways you can turn your bedroom into a tranquil oasis. “A third of the adult popu...
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RSV - Three letters every new parent should know
(BPT) - Like many parents, Heidi Staats had never heard of respiratory syncytial virus, commonly known as RSV, until she almost lost her son to the common, yet potentially severe disease it can cause. Heidi’s son, Brett, was born only a month preterm. Despite his early arrival, Brett weighed a hearty seven pounds and was deemed ready for discharge after a few short days. Because of his healthy appearance, doctors didn’t think of Brett as a typical “preemie” and didn’t inform Heidi of the in...
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Small businesses identify stress as top concern for employee health and wellness
(BPT) - Today’s tough economic environment would give anyone a headache. America’s workforce faces increasing pressures to meet the bottom line and achieve financial results with less, particularly small businesses. So, it’s no wonder that small-business owners’ most pressing wellness concerns include stress and employe...
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New campaign targets vitamin A deficiency in children worldwide
(BPT) - Vitamin A deficiency is a health concern affecting millions of children worldwide, and it is a major underlying cause of child mortality and blindness. Because of this, Flintstones Vitamins is embarking on a new mission: 10 Million Stronger. Aligning with the brand’s storied heritage of providing children with...
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What you need to know about commitment day [Infographic]
The New Year’s resolution is a much a part of holiday tradition as mistletoe and stockings. Unfortunately, like those other traditions, by mid-January too many resolutions are put away and forgotten until next year. If one of your resolutions is to get moving more, there’s a perfect way for you to kick off 2013 doing just that. Life Time - The Healthy Way of Life Company is kicking off Jan. 1, 2013, with a Commitment Day 5k, hosted in 25 major U.S. cities. According to race director, Keit...
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When it comes to treating his CML, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar shoots and scores
(BPT) - The story of NBA's All-Time Leading Scorer Kareem Abdul-Jabbar’s diagnosis with chronic myeloid leukemia (CML) is one example of how a devastating diagnosis can be turned into advocacy and inspiration.  In 2008, Mr. Abdul-Jabbar knew something was wrong. He was experiencing hot flashes and at night would wake u...
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Focusing on diabetes in the older adult population
(BPT) - In the U.S., there are nearly 26 million people living with diabetes and more seniors have diabetes than any other age group – 10.9 million, or 26.9 percent, of all people age 65 and older. “Currently, one in four Americans over the age of 60 is living with diabetes and there is a great need for further educati...
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Four steps to combat hearing loss: the silent epidemic
(BPT) - An estimated 275 million people across the globe can’t hear clearly all the sounds they love. These people suffer from hearing loss, which the World Health Organization lists as the No. 1 sensory disability in the world. Some people never had their hearing, as they were born deaf, but the majority had something...
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One in 10 women will be called back after a screening mammogram: time for panic or patience?
(BPT) - It’s the telephone call no woman wants to receive – you need to come back for additional tests after you’ve had your annual mammogram. It happens more often than you would think - one in 10 women will be asked to come back because the doctor spotted a potential area of concern. Before you panic, you should know ...
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How men can avoid five common skincare pitfalls
(BPT) - Let’s face it, skincare isn’t always a priority for most guys. However, the path to healthy, comfortable skin is not as difficult as one might think. For men with skin issues, relief is only a few simple steps away. San Diego-based dermatologist Dr. Jeffrey Benabio lists five common skincare pitfalls guys face...
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Cough clues: Identify and treat your cough
(BPT) - Cold and flu season is on its way, often marking its arrival with that first throat tickle, before exploding into a hacking cough. Coughing is a natural reaction to an airway irritant, the body’s attempt to expel foreign substances, or a symptom indicating an underlying medical condition. A cough is a familiar ...
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