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How to cut calories from your Thanksgiving dinner

November 20, 2024

Get tips for a healthier Thanksgiving, plus recipe ideas that will help you cut calories at your holiday meal.

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What’s the Difference between a Psychologist, a Psychiatrist and Other Kinds of Therapists?

October 25, 2024

If you are experiencing a mental illness, you may need to get help from a psychologist, psychiatrist or therapist. This article will help you distinguish between the three.

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Discover the Health Benefits of Tai Chi

October 08, 2024

Looking for a new way to de-stress while getting some exercise? Consider tai chi and discover all of the health benefits you could get from practicing this ancient martial art.

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6 Halloween Safety Tips for Trick-Or-Treaters

October 02, 2024

Halloween is spooky and fun for the little ones, but it can also be dangerous. Learn what you can do to prevent an injury while your kids are trick-or-treating.

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"Tripledemic": Is it RSV, Flu or COVID-19

September 10, 2024

Find out what’s making you sick and learn the difference between a cold, RSV, the flu, COVID-19, strep and allergies.

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Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mom and Baby

August 28, 2024

Learn about the importance of breastfeeding and why breastmilk is the ideal food for babies, setting them up for a healthier life even into adulthood.

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Connie's Breast Cancer Story

When Connie Wan learned she had breast cancer, she was devastated. But the team at University Health provided her the support to fight and come out stronger than ever.

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Ashley's Sepsis Survival Story

In June of 2019, Ashley Britsch, a University Health nurse educator, got a small cut on her leg while swimming in a river. A few days later, she was hospitalized with sepsis. Learn more about this potentially life-threatening condition.

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Preeclampsia: Alexea's Story

Preeclampsia is a potentially dangerous pregnancy condition. Read Alexea’s story and learn how to reduce the risk for preeclampsia.

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