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  • Drive Well As You Age

    The risk of being injured or killed in a motor vehicle accident rises with age. Learning the risks older drivers face and what they can do to improve their driving can help keep you or a loved one safe on the road.

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  • Comfort Foods to Beat Stress

    Indulging in comfort foods definitely feels good in the moment. Just make sure you're snacking on the right foods (hint: not loaded with sugar and carbs) so you don't feel worse in the long run.

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  • Try This: Turkey Chili

    Lean meat and beans give this comfort food staple the heartiness you expect without so much fat.

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  • The pandemic has certainly made it hard to spend time in the company of others. Social distancing remains one of the best ways you can protect yourself and your loved ones from COVID-19. But the ongoing lack of social interaction may be wearing on your mental health. Here’s why it’s so important to stay socially connected right now and how you can do it safely.

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WELLNESS CENTER
Back and Neck Care
Millions of Americans suffer from back pain every year. The reasons for the pain are many, including bad posture, accidents, improper lifting, obesity, and weak muscles. Practice prevention to minimize your risk for back pain — get regular exercise, lose any excess weight, and learn good posture.
Cancer
Learn how to become a proactive patient. Understand your treatment choices. Get the latest news on advances in cancer. If you or a loved one is facing cancer, you’ll want to explore the Cancer Knowledgebase, with separate sections on more than 60 types of the disease.
Children's Health
You want the best for your child, from good nutrition to effective discipline to a breadth of life opportunities.
    INTERACTIVE TOOLS
    Halloween Safety Quiz

    Halloween can be full of fun and excitement for youngsters, but it’s also a time for trick-or-treaters to be careful. Take this quiz to learn more about this popular holiday and how to make sure your family’s celebration is safe this year.

    Children's Asthma Peak Flow Calculator

    This calculator is for children with asthma. If you know your child's height, you can find his or her predicted peak flow.

    Breast Cancer Risk Assessment

    Breast cancer is the most commonly diagnosed cancer in women (other than skin cancer). The American Cancer Society reports the breast cancer death rate is declining, probably because of earlier detection and improved treatment. This short assessment will help you determine if you have major risk factors for breast cancer.

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      How to Fit Crutches and a Walker

      The crutches or walker you use must be the right size so that you can move about safely. This video shows you how to correctly fit either crutches or a walker.