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Healthy Living

Can Getting the Flu Effect Your Heart?

First of all the flu vaccine is something that we all should consider on a yearly basis, especially those individuals with chronic illnesses, such as chronic lung disease, history of known previous coronary artery disease, congestive heart failure, the very young or very old.

 

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Healthy Living

Don’t Play Chicken With Your Health

Robins are wonderful birds, don’t you think? They are the first birds to sing in the morning and the first birds to lay their eggs in the spring. They appreciate a freshly mown lawn and are able to get around by both hopping and flying. However, I have discovered a disturbing trait about robins – they are arrogant. Yes, you read that correctly, robins are arrogant, conceited, ego-maniacs. This character flaw is not listed on the National Audubon Society website, but I assure you it is true.

 

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Healthy Living

What will you do with your 15 minutes?

You’re at the doctor’s office, feeling miserable and wondering what in the world you’ve picked up from your kids.  So the doctor comes in, checks you out, asks some questions and after what feels like 30 seconds you’re walking out the door. And as you drive home, you realize you didn’t mention about five things you’ve been concerned about. Now what?

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Get Fit

Tips to Overcome a Weight Loss Plateau

Nothing is worse than stepping on the scale after another week of eating healthy and exercising only to see the same number as the week before. This may last for days or weeks and your weight may not budge, which can make all your hard work seem like a waste of time. This is known as a weight-loss plateau.

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Safety & Prevention

Should Everyone Have an Annual Exam?

Many might not think a yearly checkup is really necessary, especially when they consider themselves to be in good health. However, nearly one third of the 133 million Americans living with a chronic disease are unaware of their health condition. In fact, a chronic disease causes 7 out of every 10 deaths.  Dr. Allan McKenzie, with Baptist Health Family Clinic-Hillcrest, helps further defend the need for your annual physical.

 

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