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By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Fall is here and it’s time to cozy up with healthier habits! If you’re looking to refresh your routine and embrace healthier habits this season, Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner shares valuable tips to help you harvest your health this fall. 1. Enjoy seasonal produce Fall offers a

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Epilepsy at any age can be challenging to navigate, even more so when a patient is a young child or teen. Some medications can help manage seizures for many patients. However, one-third of children with newly diagnosed epilepsy fail the first antiseizure medication they were prescribed. These patients may experience

By NewsPress Now (StatePoint) Weight-loss drugs have skyrocketed in popularity because of their quick results and use among celebrities and influencers. J.P. Morgan predicts that by 2030, 30 million Americans will use them. However, some medical providers say the drugs’ hidden health risks may not be worth their benefits. “Weight loss is so often prescribed

By Ashley Luthans October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, and it is crucial for women to screen for and be aware of breast issues, no matter their age. Breast cancer is one of the most common cancers among women in the United States, affecting hundreds of thousands of women annually. Dr. Mandalyn Mills, a general

By Leah Rainwater One St. Joseph man is sharing how the Veterans Affairs clinic has impacted his medical journey. “We moved to St. Joe about 18 years ago,” said Jack Hager, a Vietnam veteran and Christian worker. “I was in the VA system in New York, where we lived prior, just for physicals, etc.” Hager

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – The holidays are such a delicious time of year. Halloween candy can last until Thanksgiving, the whole house smells of baking cookies, and chocolates and other sweet treats can be found around the house. It’s also respiratory virus season, when families will typically stock up on medicines to treat those

By Brandpoint (BPT) (BPT) – Sponsored by Sanofi Life often brings surprises, and many can be welcome. However, sometimes being caught off guard can be scary or overwhelming. This is especially true when it comes to your health, for example receiving an unexpected diagnosis like that of type 1 diabetes. People often find out they

By NewsPress Now Reviewing your Medicare options could save you money (Family Features) If you’re enrolled in Medicare, it’s important to remember Medicare Open Enrollment runs from Oct. 15 through Dec. 7 each year. This is the time for people with Medicare to compare their prescription drug and health coverage options for the upcoming year.

By NewsPress Now (Family Features) It doesn’t take much for cold and flu symptoms to take over. Even a mild case of the sniffles can make it difficult to navigate the demands of everyday life. It’s virtually impossible to avoid germs altogether, but you can make sure you’re ready to fight off an infection, whether

By NewsPress Now Lower Your COPD Risk at Any Age (Family Features) Breathing: You may take it for granted, but your lungs are important, and so is protecting them. No matter how old you are, you can take action to prevent certain lung conditions, like chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, or COPD. It’s a serious lung

By NewsPress Now (Family Features) Medicare Open Enrollment, which runs from Oct. 15-Dec. 7 each year, is the one time you can review, compare and make changes to your Medicare health and prescription drug plans for the next year. Because plans – and your health – can change, it’s important to compare plans every year.

By Charles Christian Halloween brings fun for kids and also challenges for parents who worry about health in the middle of all the sweet treats. Dr. Carmen Ford of Peacock Pediatrics said that moderation is key. “Start by setting limits,” Ford said. “Maybe something like two pieces a day from the buckets or bags of

By Kirsten Stokes Respiratory virus season is here and health officials emphasize that October is the optimal time for vaccinations to prevent severe illness. Vaccines for COVID-19, influenza and RSV are currently available. Although the respiratory virus season typically reaches its peak between December and March, the Centers for Disease Control advises getting vaccinations in