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Living With Diabetes? Why You Need to Pay Attention to Your Feet
FacebookXEmailLinkedInWhatsAppRedditPinterestDiabetes can impact the body in a number of ways, especially creating potentially serious complications for your feet. “Foot care is a central component of overall diabetes care,” says Bryce Paschold, DPM, FACFAS, a board-certified foot and ankle surgeon and a fellow member of the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. “Without precautions, even…
CDC Launches New Center for Forecasting and Outbreak Analytics
FacebookXEmailLinkedInWhatsAppRedditPinterestBy Stacy M. Brown, NNPA Newswire Senior National Correspondent The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced the launch of the Center for Forecasting and Outbreak Analytics (CFA). According to a news release, the CFA seeks to enhance the nation’s ability to use data, models, and analytics to enable timely, effective decision-making…
Spring is Here — Along With the Harshest Allergy Season Yet
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Medicare Open Enrollment: How to save money next year
FacebookXEmailLinkedInWhatsAppRedditPinterestMedicare Open Enrollment is about to kick off. For most people already enrolled in Medicare, the annual Open Enrollment period (Oct. 15 through Dec. 7) is the only opportunity to make changes to your existing Medicare coverage. Even if you are happy with your Medicare coverage, you should take the time to explore your…
Spring Clean Your Diet With 5 Fridge Essentials
FacebookXEmailLinkedInWhatsAppRedditPinterestSpring cleaning is a tradition that often includes dusting, mopping, decluttering and organizing homes for a fresh start. Many families may be cooking more while home right now, so this is a great opportunity to refresh your kitchen staples by filling the fridge with foods that support a healthy diet. Registered Dietitian and Nutritionist…
