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Healthy Lifestyle Wet shower door

Is showering every day bad for you? And other hygiene questions
Are you showering too much, too little or just enough? The answer is: It depends.
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IBS or IBD: what's the difference?
If you’ve ever experienced gut issues, you know how frustrating it can be. You may try a variety of things to feel better, but if the discomfort continues, you may worry about what’s really going on.
Patient Stories Nick Howe and his wife, Rachel, daughter Julia, and twin boys Levi and Miles

Lymphoma survivor Nick Howe welcomes twin boys into family
As part of Nick's ongoing journey post-cancer, he is committed to helping others who face similar battles.
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4 simple ways to prevent falls
Falling. It’s enough to strike fear in anyone’s mind. Did you know that research studies have shown 1 in 4 people age 65+ falls each year?
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You asked, we answered: Do I need the vaccine after getting COVID-19, and how long do I have to wait?
I’ve already had COVID-19. Do I need the vaccine?
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Which type of dermal filler is best? Marionette lines, lips and tear troughs
Dermal fillers can work wonders, but sorting through all the information online gets confusing fast.
Patient Stories New surgery reduces breast cancer survivor's arm lymphedema

'I was able to put my wedding ring on': New surgery reduces breast cancer survivor's arm lymphedema
In this video, breast cancer survivor Pam Schaffart shares how she can finally wear her wedding ring after over a decade of suffering extreme swelling caused by lymphedema.
Patient Stories Patient Ayden Baskin

Ayden's story: One year after transplant
Ayden was born with tangled intestines. A year after multi-organ transplant, Ayden is able to live a normal life with his twin brother.
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6 tips for dealing with IBD flare-ups
While you may not be able to prevent flare-ups completely, there are some proactive things you can do to cope.
Conditions and Services Woman holding her stomach

11 common IBD symptoms and how to manage them
Receiving an inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) diagnosis and dealing with ongoing symptoms can be overwhelming.
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