Tiny but mighty, your thyroid quietly powers nearly every part of your body. It affects your heart rate, digestion, mood, energy, and more.
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When this walnut‑sized gland isn’t functioning properly, the …
Boost Your Immunity This Flu Season
Flu season in the United States typically runs from October through April. This season, the virus is surging to high levels and millions of illnesses have been reported nationwide. It appears flu infections are still climbing.
Popular Health Accessories: Helpful or Hype?
Health-focused gadgets were among this year’s most popular holiday gifts, and many people are using them to support their health goals. From fitness trackers and smart rings to blue light glasses and smart scales, these tools promise better sleep, less …
Ditch Diets for Healthy Habits That Last
As a new year begins, many people feel pressure to make big, sweeping changes to their health. Grand resolutions often sound motivating – until real life gets in the way. By February, those ambitious plans can feel overwhelming or unrealistic.…
The Danger Behind Chronic Heartburn
We’ve all experienced occasional heartburn and indigestion, but when heartburn becomes a frequent occurrence, it can sometimes lead to serious health concerns if left untreated – specifically esophageal cancer.
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The Health Benefits of Drinking Less Alcohol
The holiday season often brings joy, celebration – and for many, a few extra drinks. But more and more people are choosing to cut back on alcohol consumption or eliminate it altogether.
The holidays can be a good time to …
Don’t Ignore the Warning Signs of Stroke
Every 40 seconds, someone in the United States has a stroke. While many strokes occur abruptly and without warning, there are instances where symptoms develop gradually. The stroke experts at Cooper and Inspira Neuroscience remind us of the importance of …
13 “Healthy” Foods That Are Anything But
When the weather turns cooler, many of us crave hearty, comforting foods – and that can make it easy to overlook what’s really in the things we’re eating. Even foods that sound healthy can sometimes be packed with sugar, …
A Lifesaving Cancer Treatment Explained
Cancer is a complex disease and treating it often involves more than one type of therapy. Radiation treatment is one of the most effective tools in modern cancer care, yet many people don’t clearly understand how it works or what …
The Silent Threat: How Inflammation May Be Harming Your Body
The word inflammation often conjures images of swelling, redness, or pain – maybe from a twisted ankle or sore throat. But inflammation is much more than a short-term reaction to injury or infection. Inflammation is an essential part of your …