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    Nov 4

    🎬Gluten: it's all over the news, but what is it? And how can it make you sick if you have celiac disease? Watch the full video 🎥 here:

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  2. 9 hours ago

    RT : Today is the Great American Smokeout. DYK people who get support with quitting are more likely to succeed than those who try to quit alone? Find support, including a quit app 📱, at

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  3. 9 hours ago

    People with are at risk of , an eye condition that can cause vision loss & blindness. Watch this short video to learn how the disease affects blood vessels in the retina:

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  4. 10 hours ago

    RT : : This season, encourage your patients to find a physical activity they enjoy, like to music or in the mall.

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  5. 11 hours ago

    provide basic care & support to a person with a serious health condition. If you are a caregiver, taking care of yourself is one of the most important things you can do! Learn more:

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  6. Nov 20

    Thunder god vine or lei gong teng is a perennial used in China for hundreds of years. Currently, thunder god vine is used orally (by mouth) as a dietary supplement. Learn more about the thunder god vine’s effectiveness and safety:

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  7. Nov 20

    A is about the size of a walnut. It slowly grows larger with age. If it gets too large, it can cause problems. This is common after age 50. The older men are prone prostate troubles. Learn more about prostate diseases:

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  8. Nov 20

    RT : You asked: “I can’t find a potassium supplement that provides very much potassium. Why?” We answered:

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  9. Nov 20

    Is this image blurry? Yes, it is. But if this text is blurry you may want schedule an eye exam because of a refractive error. Two of the most common are Myopia (nearsightedness) and Hyperopia (farsightedness). Learn more:

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  10. Nov 20

    If you cannot control your high blood pressure through lifestyle changes such as losing weight and reducing sodium in your diet, you may need medicines. Learn about the various medications for treating high blood pressure.

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  11. Nov 20

    RT : What are the latest advances in research on thyroid cancer? Here's a summary:

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  12. Nov 19

    RT : Men and women have different issues related to substance use. Learn more:

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  13. Nov 19

    RT : Suicide is the second leading cause of death on college campuses and LGBT youth are disproportionately affected. Know the warning signs and offer support.

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  14. Nov 19

    RT : Make Healthy Choices. Create Your Plate – aim to fill half of your plate with veggies, a quarter with lean protein, and a quarter with a whole grain carb, such as brown rice.

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  15. Nov 19

    RT NIH: November is National —do you know the link between and ? Find out why you should take diabetes to heart from .

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    Nov 19

    When it comes to the common cold, NOT sharing is caring! Keep your germs to yourself—stay home when you’re sick and avoid close contact with others. Learn other ways to conquer the common cold:

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  17. Nov 19

    Echinacea is used as a dietary supplement for the common cold and other infections, based on the idea that it may stimulate the immune system. Parts of the echinacea plant are used fresh or dried in many products. Learn more:

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  18. Nov 19

    Nearly everyone has had indigestion at one time. It's a feeling of discomfort or a burning feeling in your upper abdomen. Learn more about causes, prevention and treatment strategies for .

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  19. Nov 18

    RT : Are you or someone you love living with ? This , be aware that you may be missing an essential step to staying healthy! Find out why vaccination is important: .

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  20. Nov 18

    Used properly, antibiotics can save lives. But there is a growing problem of antibiotic resistance when bacteria change & become able to resist the effects of antibiotics. Learn what can you do to help prevent antibiotic resistance:

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  21. Nov 18

    When it comes to getting health insurance, you may have more than one option. Whether you get your insurance from your employer or you buy it from the Health Insurance Marketplace, here is a guide to help you compare your options.

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