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News Flash: Maintaining Weight Loss is Hard (There's Proof--and Hope!)

Did you see the study that found that it's hard to maintain weight loss? Dr. Birdie did. Don't give up! She's here to explain it--and offer hope (plus ways to stay on track).
Posted 11/1/2011  6:00:00 PM By:   : 66 comments   26,143 views
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Staying on Track When You're Hurt

Ever have an injury, but not sure how you are going to stick to your health goals? Coach Denise offers some tips on how to stay on track with an injury.
Posted 10/20/2011  2:00:00 PM By:   : 64 comments   26,284 views
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Are Medical and Life Issues Getting You Down?

Life and medical issues happen. Learn ways to keep yours from causing a major setback in reaching your goals.
Posted 9/15/2011  1:00:00 PM By:   : 45 comments   12,427 views
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Health and Fitness Resources for Kids

September marks National Childhood Obesity Awareness Month. Read about measures you can take to help keep your kids fit and healthy.
Posted 9/13/2011  6:00:00 AM By:   : 9 comments   17,322 views
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Study: Control Migraine Pain with Cardio Exercise

Exercise has long been touted as a remedy for many health issues, however according a recent study migraine sufferers may actually benefit from exercise in relieving their pain.
Posted 9/6/2011  6:00:00 AM By:   : 46 comments   24,188 views
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Don't Be Afraid to Talk to Your Doctor about Weight Loss

Afraid of talking to your doctor about weight loss? Dr. Birdie allays your fears--and offers advice for getting the help you need.
Posted 8/16/2011  2:00:00 PM By:   : 68 comments   60,636 views
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VIDEO: Dear 16-year-old Me

It's important to remember to protect our skin from the harmful rays from the sun, along with tanning beds. We're sharing a video about melanoma cancer and how it can affect anyone
Posted 7/15/2011  2:00:00 PM By:   : 36 comments   21,348 views
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VIDEO: Hands-Only CPR Made Easier

Ken Jeong, an actor/comedian/physician, teamed up with the American Heart Association to create this funny video to help continue promoting hands-only CPR.
Posted 7/8/2011  10:00:00 AM By:   : 51 comments   20,875 views
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You're Never Too Young for High Blood Pressure

You'd think that the number of younger people with the condition is relatively small. But according to a recent survey, it could be much higher than previously thought.
Posted 6/30/2011  10:00:00 AM By:   : 29 comments   40,403 views
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Suffering from Celiac? Tips for Going Gluten-Free

Though gluten-free foods are popular these days, life without gluten is not a fad diet for those suffering from celiac disease and gluten intolerance. Learn more.
Posted 6/8/2011  2:00:00 PM By:   : 45 comments   24,260 views
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VIDEO: Watch the U.S. Get Fatter

Obesity trends in the U.S. 1985-2009.
Posted 5/20/2011  6:00:00 AM By:   : 29 comments   16,109 views
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How to Save a Life

Whether it's a family member, friend or stranger who's in trouble, wouldn't you want to know what to do if they needed your help?
Posted 3/22/2011  6:07:15 AM By:   : 20 comments   15,173 views
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Autoimmune Disease: Could You Be At Risk?

Autoimmune diseases affect more Americans than cancer. Do you know how they may impact your health or that of people you love?
Posted 3/7/2011  6:00:00 AM By:   : 51 comments   60,725 views
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Poll: Did You Get a Flu Shot This Year?

Every year, especially since having kids, I go back and forth about getting the flu shot. I've never gotten the vaccine for myself, which I might live to regret some day.
Posted 1/18/2011  10:25:01 AM By:   : 161 comments   30,763 views
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5 Miles a Week Protects Brain for 10 Years

New research shows that walking could help slow the progression of Alzheimer's or even help prevent onset of the disease in healthy individuals.
Posted 12/31/2010  10:31:56 AM By:   : 50 comments   18,970 views
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