The long, dark winter days can be difficult for many people, but for some, it is an especially hard season. The “winter blues” can strike when the days are shorter. If you find yourself struggling during the fall and winter months, you are not alone – and there is no need to wait until spring arrives to start feeling better.

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How much do you know about protecting yourself from cervical cancer? More than 14,000 women in the United States are diagnosed with cervical cancer each year. The good news is cervical cancer is easy to catch through screening and is very treatable when caught early.

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Today, it’s not usual to see people sporting an earbud or two when out and about. Headphones are an integral part of everyday life for many of us. Whether you’re at the gym, joining an online work meeting or listening to a podcast during household chores, chances are you’re using headphones multiple times a day.

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Baby, it's cold out there. Let’s talk about cold-related injuries—including frostbite, hypothermia and carbon monoxide (CO) poisoning—and how to be prepared for those bitter cold days ahead. Certain conditions put some people at greater risk for cold-related Injuries, so, to start, be mindful of the following:

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Millions of children struggle with a chronic condition called attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). In fact, it is estimated that approximately 4%-12% of children have ADHD. School requires students to sit still for long periods of time, concentrate and listen – all of which are more difficult for children with ADHD. Thankfully, as a parent, you can help your child navigate these challenges by working with teachers and implementing effective strategies to help your child learn.

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Building an exercise habit often starts with this question: when is the best time for me to work in a workout? Only about 22% of Americans are meeting the recommended exercise guidelines of 30 minutes a day. While many of us know how important movement is for our overall health and well-being, it’s not always clear how to start building a workout routine. This leads many to wonder - is there a best time of day to exercise?

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If you need a body image boost, go outdoors. Whether you’re in green space, a blue space near a river or the ocean or even a snowy environment, it can make a difference.

“A body of evidence now exists showing that nature exposure — living close to, frequenting or engaging with environments such as forests and parks — is associated with a range of physical and psychological well-being benefits,” said study author Dr. Kamila Czepczor-Bernat, an assistant professor at the Medical University of Silesia in Katowice, Poland.

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Hospitals are reporting a surprising rise in the number of young children getting RSV this fall, according to the CDC and local and national news outlets. RSV is respiratory syncytial virus, a common seasonal illness. But this year, it’s spiking earlier and putting healthcare providers and parents on alert. So what is RSV, and what are ways to protect your child?

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MONDAY, Nov. 14, 2022 (HealthDay News) -- As most American parents already know, cases of respiratory syncytial virus (RSV), a common illness of childhood, are surging this year. Hospitals are filling up with babies and toddlers very ill with the easy-to-catch illness, which is coming back with a vengeance after lying low during the pandemic.

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