An overview of workplace stress, with helpful tips and exercises to help you relax and relieve some pressure.
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Emotional stress can have a serious effect on the body. But a healthy, well-balanced diet and regular exercise can help. Read on for more tips.
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Finding good daycare for your child doesn't have to be difficult, if you follow this advice.
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When you're looking for a babysitter, give yourself enough time to be selective.
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Juggling the demands of work and home can be quite stressful. For your health and well-being, it is important to find a good balance between work and home responsibilities
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Being out of work is always a frustrating situation. There are some specific strategies to help you rise above other job candidates.
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There are many types of sleep disorders. They can interfere with health and quality of life. Sleep problems can range from insomnia to snoring.
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Insomnia is trouble falling to sleep or staying asleep. One in three adults has bouts of insomnia.
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Binge eating disorder is when someone often eats large amounts of food in a short time. It is also called compulsive overeating. Learn more about symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments.
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Anorexia nervosa (or simply anorexia) is an eating disorder that causes people to obsess about their weight and food. People who suffer with this behavior problem have a distorted body image. They see themselves as overweight even when their weight is dangerously low.
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Read on to learn about the signs of an abusive relationship, and how to make a safety plan and get ready to leave.
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Abuse often begins with verbal behaviors, such as name-calling, threats, and hitting or throwing objects. It can become worse, including pushing, slapping, and holding against the victim's will.
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The female pelvic area contains a number of organs and structures: the endometrium, uterus, ovaries, cervix, vagina, and vulva.
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Vaginal bleeding and discharge are a normal part of your menstrual cycle. If you notice anything different or unusual, talk with your health care provider.
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Getting enough folic acid can reduce the risk for neural tube defects (NTDs) and may also reduce the risk for other serious birth defects of the brain and spinal cord.
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Yoga is a series of stretches and poses that you do with breathing techniques. It offers the powerful benefits of exercise. And since yoga is gentle, almost anyone can do it, regardless of your age or fitness level.
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Cold weather doesn't have to put a chill on your fitness routine, even if the treadmill or stair-stepper seems boring compared with jogging or riding your bike outside.
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You can prevent the flu this season by taking 1 simple step: Get a flu shot.
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Review your vaccine history with your healthcare provider. Also be sure that infants and children are on schedule with their vaccine series.
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A personal health record can help reduce or eliminate duplicate tests and allow you to get faster, safer treatment and care in an emergency. It also can help you play a more active role in your health care. Read on to learn more about creating one.
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Well-informed people who play a significant role in deciding how they're going to treat their health conditions are likely to feel better about the decision process. Here are tips to get you started.
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