Health and Wellness

Pregnant woman preparing bag for the hospital for childbirth.
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Hospital Bag Checklist for First-Time Parents
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Brain Exercises for Alzheimer's and Dementia
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‘Mental Health Crises Don’t Just Operate During the 9-to-5 Window:’ Methodist Children's Home’s Lifesaving Helpline Expands to 24 Hours a Day
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Is Co-Sleeping Safe?
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10 Seated Exercises for People with Dementia
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Sleep Series: What is Sleep Meditation?
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Risks of Sports Betting
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How to Slow Down Your Biological Age
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Ortonville Child's Courage, Resilience in the Face of Juvenile Idiopathic Arthritis Makes Her an 'Arthritis Warrior'
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Signs of High Functioning Depression
Group of female friends enjoying a summer day swimming at the lake.
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Avoid Swimmer’s Itch This Summer in Michigan Lakes
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Do Energy Drinks Make You Age Faster?
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Easy Ways Gen Zers Can Improve Social Wellness
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Are These Social Trends Harming Your Skin?
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Is There an Optimal Time to Work Out?
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How Much Sugar Can I Have Today?
An older woman rides her bicycle to work.
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The Neat Way to Lose Weight: What is Non-Exercise Activity Thermogenesis?
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Do Natural Sleep Aids Really Enhance Sleep Quality?
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Iron-Deficiency Anemia: Causes, Symptoms and How the Condition Disproportionately Affects Women
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How Long Does It Take to See the Benefits of Quitting Smoking?
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What is Disability Pride Month?
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Are Power Naps Really Effective for Recharging Your Energy?
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Overcoming Scanxiety: How to Cope with Pending Medical Test Results
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Learn to Make a Conscious Choice to Respond, Not React
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Should I Do an At-Home Sleep Study? Pros and Cons of Home Sleep Apnea Tests
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What to Know About Heavy Metals in Food

Medically Reviewed by: Shanthi Appelö

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Best Diet for Gastroparesis
Close-up of a couple holding hands together while sitting on a couch during a therapy
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Male Mortality: Why Men Die Earlier Than Women
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Cancer Survivors Month: Blue Cross Employee Details Her Triumph Over Triple-Negative Breast Cancer
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Maternal Mental Health is Getting Worse. Here is What Blue Cross is Doing to Help
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Why You Should Stop Checking Your Phone First Thing in the Morning
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Snacking Smarter On the Go
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How To Stock Your Cupboards for Better Heart Health
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The Benefits of Therapy for Men
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Gen Z vs. Millennial Mental Health
People in a water tunnel.
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What is Blue Mind Theory?
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Does Sunscreen Cause Acne?
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Is Spicy Food Good for You?
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Can Lack of Sleep Cause Headaches?
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What to Eat After Wisdom Teeth Removal
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Understanding Adults with Disabilities and Frequent Mental Distress
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Functional Training for Everyday Living
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Brown Noise for Sleep: Does it Work?

Medically Reviewed by: Peter Graham, M.D.

A woman applies sunblock at the beach
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Differences Between Sunburn, Sun Poisoning, Heat Rash, Heat Exhaustion
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How I Use My Words to Promote Mental Well-Being
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Why You Should Track Your Steps and Heart Rate

Medically Reviewed by: Michael Kobernick, M.D.

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Mental Health vs. Mental Illness
Patient talking with doctor
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What is a Pain Scale?
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How Women Can Manage Stress

Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Kristyn Gregory, D.O.

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How Positive Self-Talk Reduces Stress
Middle-aged woman visiting the doctor
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Cancer Screenings 101: What You Need at Every Age
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What Doctors Want You to Know About Magnetic Toys
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Age With Confidence: Here’s What You Can Start Doing Today to Improve Your Health and Quality of Life for the Future
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What to Know About the Fourth Trimester
A middle aged construction worker sweating outside with high blood pressure takes a drink of water to cool down in the summer heat and humidity
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Humidity and High Blood Pressure: What You Need to Know
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What to Know About Postpartum Rage

Medically Reviewed by: Cheryl Gibson-Fountain, M.D.

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Why Exactly is Alcohol Bad for You?

Medically Reviewed by: Michael Kobernick, M.D.

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5 Ways Women Can Take Care of Their Whole Health
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How Often Can a Child Take Antibiotics?
Hypertension vs. Hypotension
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Hypertension vs Hypotension: The Highs and Lows of Blood Pressure
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What is the Connection Between Gut Health and Anxiety?

Medically Reviewed by: Shanthi Appelö

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What Color Light is Best for Sleep?

Medically Reviewed by: Gregory Scherle, M.D.

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Unusual Signs of Stress

Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Kristyn Gregory, D.O.

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The Many Benefits Behind Talking Out Loud to Yourself
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How the Burnt Toast Theory Can Improve Your Day

Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Kristyn Gregory, D.O.

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The Relationship Between Stress and Physical Health
Is there a Connection Between Spine Health and Thyroid Function?
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Is There a Connection Between Spine Health and Thyroid Function?  
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Should You Exercise When Sick?

Medically Reviewed by: Gregory Scherle, M.D.

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Are Vegetarians Healthier? What the Experts Say 
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Why High-Protein Breakfasts Make a Difference for Women
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The Benefits of Sleeping in a Dark Room
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Wisdom Teeth Removal for Adults: What You Need to Know About Surgery and Recovery
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April is an Opportunity to Become More Educated and Aware of Minority Health Month
Indian mother and daughter cook in the kitchen
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Colon Cancer Symptoms in Women
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What to Know About Prebiotics

Medically Reviewed by: Shanthi Appelö

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How to Get More REM Sleep
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The Psychology of Making a Big Lifestyle Change
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Millennials vs. Gen Z: Which Generation is Healthier?
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What is Floor Time, the Viral Mental Health Trend?

Medically Reviewed by: Dr. William Beecroft, M.D.

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Do Over-the-Counter Sleep Aids Work?

Medically Reviewed by: Gregory Scherle, M.D.

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What is a Functional Freeze?

Medically Reviewed by: Dr. Kristyn Gregory, D.O.

Young woman having her teeth checked during appointment at dentist's office.
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The Oral Health and Well-Being Connection
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Are There Any Benefits of Castor Oil?

Medically Reviewed by: Shanthi Appelö

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Choosing Health Screenings by Age

Medically Reviewed by: Michael Kobernick, M.D.

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Signs of Self-Harm in Teens: Self Injury Awareness
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Is It Better to Sleep Without a Pillow?
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What is the Difference Between a Pediatrician and Family Doctor?
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Do Anti-Depressants Cause Weight Gain?
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Why Alcohol Use is a Risk Factor for Chronic Conditions
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How Much Caffeine is Too Much Caffeine? 
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Michigan Mom Born with Rare Congenital Heart Defect ‘Soaks Up Every Moment’ After Multiple Open-Heart Surgeries
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Do Too Many Choices Give You Anxiety? Here’s What to Do
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I Had a Heart Attack At 31 Years Old
Do Happy Lamps Impact Mental Health?
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Do Happy Lights Impact Mental Health?
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West Michigan Sees Rising Levels of Health Care Employment, More Citizens Covered by Insurance and Fewer Hospital Admissions, According to New Data
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Are There Benefits to Eating Protein Before Bed?

Medically Reviewed by: Shanthi Appelö

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The Science Behind Sunday Scaries
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Mental Health May Be Better in the Morning, New Study Finds
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The Link Between Irregular Sleep Patterns and Stroke and Heart Attack Risk

Medically Reviewed by: Gretchen Goltz, D.O.

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What to Know About the Different Types of Heart Failure
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