Eye diseases may go unnoticed in individuals with diabetes

Eye diseases may go unnoticed in individuals with diabetes (BPT) – With more than 8 percent of the American population having been diagnosed with diabetes, regular dilated eye exams are critical to prevent vision loss. Diabetes is a disease that interferes with the body’s ability to use and store sugar, which can cause many health…

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Dealing with dry eye – more common than you think

Dealing with dry eye – more common than you think (BPT) – They say the eyes are the window to the soul, but did you know eyes also say a lot about your health? A number of eye ailments are limited to the eye, but often they can be an indicator of a systemic problem….

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‘Tis the season for holiday pressure [Infographic]

‘Tis the season for holiday pressure [Infographic] From battling long lines while shopping and hosting in-laws to airport congestion and sinus congestion, pressures abound during the holiday season. According to a recent survey from the makers of Sudafed, 79 percent of people have pressure-inducing experiences during the holidays. And they’re not just talking about sinus…

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Four steps to outsmarting diabetes

Four steps to outsmarting diabetes (BPT) – Nearly 26 million Americans have diabetes, and while many of those individuals manage their condition through a combination of treatment options, each year thousands still face one of the most devastating side effects of the disease: amputation. About half of those with diabetes will experience peripheral neuropathy –…

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Bedtime tips to encourage kids to get to sleep

Bedtime tips to encourage kids to get to sleep (BPT) – Despite parents’ best efforts, bedtime can be the most stressful time of the day. Many kids fight sleep and resist going to bed, and questions of “but why do I have to go to bed?” are often answered with an unsatisfying, “Because I said…

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