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(StatePoint) June is Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, and a great time to learn more about how to reduce your risk of cognitive decline. Alzheimer’s, a fatal disease that impairs one’s ability to remember, think and plan, affects 47 million individuals worldwide. While this number is set to...
(StatePoint) If you suffer from hemorrhoids you already know that this can be an uncomfortable and painful condition. It can be difficult to talk about, even with your doctor.  However, keep in mind; hemorrhoids are actually common, affecting millions of Americans nationwide. Hemorrhoids may be...
(StatePoint) With so much information out there, you may be wondering -- is dairy good for you? Milk, cheese and yogurt provide a powerhouse of nutrients, however, most people don’t reach their recommended three servings a day for dairy. The dairy food group contributes calcium, vitamin D, protein...
(StatePoint)  In summer you want your skin to look and feel its best. But all that extra exposure introduces more risks of irritation, rashes and bites. “If you’re careful and prepared, you can reduce your risk for certain ailments as well as limit your discomfort,” says Dr. Vishakha Gigler, a...
(StatePoint) Screening for common cancers is widely promoted by many health advocates. However, for adults at average-risk without symptoms, it’s important to be strategic about such testing, according to experts, who say that too much screening can be harmful and provide little benefit. “Numerous...
(StatePoint) When most people think about sun protection, they automatically think about protecting their skin. But the sun can be a potent trigger for the development of cold sores, known as herpes labialis, caused by the HSV-1 virus. This is especially true for people who have recurrent episodes...

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