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A complete guide to colonoscopy prep: Increasing comfortability

Feb. 27, 2026

A colonoscopy is a simple, effective procedure that allows your doctor to look for polyps and early signs of colon cancer. Finding and removing polyps is the key to prevention, which makes a clean…

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Targeted therapies that are advancing colon cancer treatment

Feb. 27, 2026

Hearing the words “You have colon cancer” can feel overwhelming and frightening. If you or someone you love is facing this diagnosis, it helps to know that there are advances in treatment that offer…

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Is your work schedule putting your heart at risk?

Feb. 24, 2026

Worried that long workdays are becoming the norm for you, rather than the exception? More importantly, could working too much be bad for your health? Researchers aren’t ready to say that working long…

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Heart

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The power of partnership: Building stronger, healthier communities

Feb. 24, 2026

Pictured above: Volunteers sort donations at Loaves & Fishes Community Services. Elizabeth Cervantes remembers advocating for her parents as a child — serving as their interpreter and helping them…

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Fecal matters: Colonoscopy vs. at-home screening tests

Feb. 23, 2026

Does just thinking about getting a colonoscopy make you nervous? You aren’t alone. Some people ignore screening recommendations due to fear or uncertainty about the test. In 2022, nearly 40% of U.S…

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Spring into sports: 4 things for parents to check

Feb. 20, 2026

Spring sports are an exciting time for kids to get active, build confidence and have fun. Before the season kicks off, a few simple steps can help keep young athletes safe, prevent injuries and set…

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What do kids need to thrive in sports?

Feb. 20, 2026

Every parent wants to see their children happy, healthy and thriving in the sport of their choice. There are some things parents can do to ensure their child has the best experience possible and…

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5 tips to eat heart-healthy on a budget

Feb. 20, 2026

Research has long shown that what we eat is important for keeping our hearts healthy. But some people hesitate to even try a heart-healthy diet, assuming it will crash their food budgets. While it’s…

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Sudden facial weakness? 5 questions about Bell’s palsy

Feb. 20, 2026

Each year, approximately 40,000 people in the United States develop a condition known as Bell’s palsy — temporary facial nerve paralysis that usually affects one side of the face. While sudden facial…

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Neurosciences

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4 habits that speed up aging and how to fix them

Feb. 20, 2026

We often think of aging as something that happens later in life — but for many people, the signs can start showing up much earlier than expected. Premature aging occurs when physical changes, such as…

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Colon polyps explained: Interpreting your colonoscopy results

Feb. 20, 2026

Colon cancer is the third most common cancer in the United States and the second leading cause of cancer-related death. Though most colon polyps do not turn into cancer, some polyps do. But how would…

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That uncontrollable urge to move your legs at night has a name

Feb. 18, 2026

If it’s hard to sleep because it feels like you need to keep moving your legs, you aren’t crazy. You may have restless legs syndrome (RLS), a neurological disorder that causes a strong, uncomfortable…

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