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(BPT) – Holidays can bring cheer, stress … or a little (or a lot) of both. One way to help ensure more cheer and less stress is to stay healthy. That’s why CDC recommends staying up to date on your vaccines to help protect against respiratory illnesses, including flu. Getting an annual flu shot can…
(BPT) – In the United States alone, about 38.4 million people have diabetes. That’s about 11.6% of the population. November is National Diabetes Month, which serves as an important reminder to not only rally around those affected by this disease, but also take steps in our own lives to help manage it. It’s the perfect…
(BPT) – Whether you’re the patient or the worried loved one, a hospital stay is often a whirlwind of stress, uncertainty and endless beeps from machines. Amid the chaos, it’s easy to forget the basics, like brushing your teeth. However, maintaining good oral care during your hospital stay isn’t just about keeping your breath fresh;…
(BPT) – Heart valve disease affects more than 5 million people in the United States. Despite this, 3 out of 4 U.S. adults know little to nothing about it. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is raising awareness about heart valve disease by launching a series of toolkits focused on providing information, resources…
(BPT) – Did you know anyone can be diagnosed with type 1 diabetes (T1D), even adults? Although it was long considered a disease that started in childhood or adolescence, nearly half of new T1D diagnoses are among adults. And misconceptions about the disease can result in people being misdiagnosed with type 2 diabetes or experiencing…
