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Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome

Introduction Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS) and type 2 diabetes are two health conditions that are intricately linked to insulin resistance. According to the Centers for Disease Control &...

Physical Activity for Adults

Physical activity means moving your body to use energy. Regular physical activity and physical fitness make important contributions to your health, sense of well-being, and maintenance of a healthy...

Healthier Foods at School

Healthy Food Options at School Healthy eating is important for growth, good health, and academic performance. However, kids are often overwhelmed with access to and availability of foods that are...

Vibrio vulnificus

The organism Vibrio vulnificus causes wound infections, gastroenteritis, or a serious syndrome known as “primary septicema.” V. vulnificus infections are either transmitted to humans through open...

Ciguatera

What is Ciguatera? Ciguatera is a unique type of food poisoning caused by eating fish that are contaminated with ciguatoxin. This natural toxin originates in tropical and sub-tropical waters. The...

Moderate Alcohol

Moderate Alcohol According to the 2019 National Survey on Drug Use and Health (NSDUH), 85.6 percent of people aged 18 and older reported that they drank alcohol at some point in their lifetime. In...

Strength Training

What is Strength Training? Strength training, also called resistance training, is an important part of any exercise program. Strength training is a type of exercise that causes your muscles to...

Preventing Complications with Health Screenings

Health screenings are the best way to identify diseases in the earliest stages before the onset of signs and symptoms. Even when you are feeling well, it is important to schedule regular checkups...

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