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Common Conditions
The human body is a remarkable structure. It's designed to withstand the wear and tear of everyday life and fend off a variety of threats.
But certain health issues, diseases, and conditions, whether back pain, hypertension, high cholesterol, arthritis, diabetes, digestive issues, hearing loss, or cataracts, become more common, particularly as we age.
Here, you’ll find detailed overviews of these and other common conditions.
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Recent Blog Articles
Ever worry about your gambling?
Color-changing eye drops: Are they safe?
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Does your child need to bathe every day?
Evoking calm: Practicing mindfulness in daily life helps
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Do parasocial relationships fill a loneliness gap?
Feel like you should be drinking less? Start here
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