Health & Wellness
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5 Cheapest Ways To See a Doctor Without Insurance
Healthcare is broken in the United States. The costs are exorbitant, millions remain uninsured, and tens of thousands of Americans die every year because they can’t afford medical attention. That said, there are ways to survive in the U.S. healthcare…
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5 Things That Make People ‘Giddy With Joy’ As They Get Older
Inspired by a friend who has a “zest for life,” a Redditor asked the r/Adulting community a simple question: What makes you giddy with joy? Although community members of all ages replied, most contributions came from older users. We’ve shared…
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14 DIY Cold Remedies From Around the World
Amid the current pandemic, the thought of having a mere cold almost seems quaint. But why suffer more than necessary? Grandmothers all over the world swear by home remedies to help their families feel better when a cold strikes. The…
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This Is the Unhappiest State in America
There are plenty of factors that play into overall happiness, and the past few years have been a challenge for some. COVID-19 impacted travel, businesses, and incidentally, happiness. But how are things looking now? WalletHub conducted a study to evaluate…
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Why People Avoid Seeking Mental Health Care
You can’t miss the headlines. Almost every week it seems as though another celebrity dies at their own hand, while the rash of deaths related to opiates continues. Articles and television series focusing on “deaths of despair” highlight the role…
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12 Signs It’s Time to Talk to a Therapist
Is your life about to get really complicated? Is a situation that was barely tolerable becoming completely unmanageable? Have you ever considered psychotherapy? If the answer is yes, you’re not alone. Millions of people have found that therapy provides a supportive…
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How to Avoid Colds, RSV, and Flu When COVID Gets All the Attention
While the coronavirus continues to be the headline-grabber, it shouldn’t overshadow a few other bugs that can lay you low — no one is immune to cold and flu season, and…
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Costco’s Newest Perk? $29 Doctor’s Visits Through Sesame
Costco members can look forward to a new perk: affordable health care. In a Sept. 24 press release, the health tech company Sesame announced a partnership with Costco to bring…
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Most Common Health Issues for People Over 60
From new medical tests and preventive screenings to increased check-up frequency, things change for men and women when they turn 60, a time when most people can start encountering health…
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7 Common Mental Health Issues Among Seniors
As many people live longer and healthier lives, the medical community is realizing that mental health is an important piece of the puzzle. Symptoms that are seen as natural consequences…
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‘Jaws’ Revisited: The Truth About Shark Attacks
Few animals inspire the level of fear that sharks do, thanks to “Jaws” and other sensational tales of deadly encounters, and a steady stream of U.S. shark sightings has been the…
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Dream On: 16 Sleep Myths That Could Explain Why You’re So Tired
Between a steady stream of weather crises, the war in Ukraine, and other strife, a lot of people have been losing sleep lately — but the good news is that…
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Why It’s Harder to Lose Weight After 50 and What To Do About It
As one’s age creeps up, sometimes the tally on the scale does, as well. There are a number of reasons why it can be harder to lose weight as you…
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How to Get the Most Out of Social Security
Social Security payments are the primary source of income for many retirees. About 60% of respondents to a 2022 survey conducted by the Federal Reserve Board indicated that their retirement…
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12 Easy ‘Blue Zone’ Recipes To Help You Live Better
Can diet help you live to 100? These Blue Zone-inspired recipes focus on wholesome ingredients tied to the world’s longest-lived communities.
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11 Foods You Should Never Eat At Night
We get it — indulging in a snack or two before bed is a satisfying and seemingly harmless habit. But if you often find yourself tossing and turning, unable to…
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18 Reasons Why You Should Never Eat Lunch at Your Desk
Whether back in the office or still working from home, many people often consume lunch at their desks. It’s easy and efficient, right? The practice can also have some unexpected…
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These Gut-Busting Cheeseburgers Have More Than 1,000 Calories
Burgers don’t exactly spring to mind when we think of health food, but they’re a cheap and tasty staple at restaurants all over the U.S., so we can’t blame you…
