Prayer Shawls
For the members of the East Congregational community, making and blessing prayer shawls for those in need—church members or not—is a healing act of faith. What do the experts say?
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Tag Archives: Health
Decoding Your Medical Bills
Feel confused and overwhelmed by indecipherable medical bills from multiple health care providers and facilities? Help is on the way.
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A Widow’s Life
Losing a loved one brings about monumental changes. Here’s how to survive the first year of widowhood from author Susan Beer and online resources for coping with grief and loss.
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Blue-Ribbon Pork and Pineapple
The other white meat is for dinner tonight. Try this highly rated health-conscious recipe.
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12 Tips for Better Health
Christmas in July? Why not New Year’s in August? It’s not too late to make 2010 a banner year for healthy habits with these simple tips for better living from Certified Natural Chef and nutritionist Patty James.
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Call First, Act Later
One of the most rewarding parts of my work as a
pharmacist is answering questions people have about their medicines. It is also one of my most frustrating jobs, especially when people call with a question about a medication that they have already taken. At that point, I’m unable to help them avoid potential drug ... More
Walk Your Way to Fitness
Today is the best day to start a walking program! Here’s how to put your best foot forward.
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Post Investigates: Thyroid Disease
How to tell if your body’s “thermostat” is out of whack.
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Get Out, Get Fit
Take advantage of long summer days to boost your energy and lift your spirits with outdoor exercise.
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Rheumatoid Arthritis
Virtual communities offer real-life support for patients and their families.
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Good News for Bad Ankles
What you need to know about ankle replacement and one man’s intense journey to get back on the golf course.
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May I Take Your Order?
How are restaurants responding to your health commitment?
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The Post Investigates: Stroke Advances
The latest advances in stroke research are refining recovery.
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The Hidden Dangers of Cocoa Mulch
It is a mistake every pet owner could easily make.
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MRSA Update
What’s the latest news about MRSA bacteria? A family member has this dangerous infection. Beth J. North Carolina MRSA (methicillin-resistant Staphlococcus aureus) is an ordinary germ that became dangerous when it was no longer vulnerable to penicillin and the other “-cillin” antibiotics. MRSA infections have been occurring in hospitals for years, but a new type ... More
Top Medical News Stories of the 2000s
The Post’s top seven health features from the first decade of the 21st century.
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Healthy Bones for Life
Surprising research may change the way we try to protect our bones.
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