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Obesity in America
By Joan Weems, RN Persons that are overweight do not like other people telling them they are overweight. I was one of those that always thought I was overweight whether I was or not. Well […]
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Estate Planning for Owners of a Family Business
By M Keywood Deese, Senior VP & Trust Officer, Vision Bank, NA of Ada, Oklahoma Statistics reflect that over 55% of business owners die without a will, and that only 15% of family-owned businesses make […]
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Pre-Diabetes: Bad News and Good News
By Gigi Dawood, DO Diabetes—these days it has become almost a household disease. It discriminates against no one; young and old, family or friends, most people know at least one person with the disease. But […]
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How to Understand Therapist Lingo
By Michelle Shaffer When facing recovery of various degrees and circumstance the lingo can seem indecipherable. There are acronyms for every style of therapy. Terminology and jargon are used for speed and efficiency among therapists, […]
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The Road to a Satisfying Sex Life
Heather Sutton Walsh, MD, PhD Experts and popular culture all agree: better sex and better intimacy lead to overall well being. However, many women do not have a fully satisfying sexual life, and a majority […]
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Leg Pain: There’s More to Veins Than Meets the Eye
By Gregory A Carlson, M.D. Varicose veins are a common and frequent sign of problems with the veins in your legs. However, they represent the tip of the iceberg when it comes to venous […]
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Ask These Questions to Help Manage Knee Pain
Courtesy Texas Hip and Knee Center No matter your age, and whether you’re an athlete or just a person on the go, knee pain can hinder your movement and your life. You may be suffering […]
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How to Keep Elderly Minds Sharp
Courtesy of Visiting Angels Maintaining a healthy lifestyle, including a proper diet, physical exercise, and mental exercise can keep elderly minds sharp. Using home care services can assist a senior in a healthy routine to […]
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How to Find the Right Doctor for You
Courtesy of Centennial Medical Center If you have a longtime relationship with your doctor, whether he or she be a primary care physician or specialist, you might be tempted to skip this article entirely—but don’t. […]
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Questions You Should Ask About Hip Pain
Courtesy Texas Hip and Knee Center If you’re experiencing hip pain for the first time, you might be a bit concerned. Discussing your problem with a medical professional is important. Knowing the right questions to […]