Showering

Updated 23 October 2023 under Health Guides.

Are you wondering if there’s a “right” way to take a shower? Check out the helpful tips below: How often? There is no rule on how often you should shower- this […]

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Weight, Health, and Weight Stigma

Updated 31 October 2023 under Health Guides.

If your health care provider (HCP) told you that your weight or BMI falls in the “overweight” or “obese” range you may be experiencing a variety of emotions. It is […]

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Pink Eye (Conjunctivitis)

Updated 23 December 2023 under Health Guides.

Have you heard of someone having conjunctivitis? Have you heard of someone having pink eye? Did you know that they’re the same thing? Conjunctivitis (also known as pink eye) is […]

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Exercise: Strategies to Keep you Moving During the Winter

Updated 6 April 2023 under Health Guides.

Exercising during the winter months can be tough, especially if you live in a cold climate where it gets dark super early. This can make it hard to stay motivated.  […]

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Trichotillomania

Updated 25 October 2023 under Health Guides.

Trichotillomania sounds like a made-up word but is a very real condition that involves an uncontrollable urge to pull one’s hair out. People who have this disorder often feel embarrassed […]

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Cerebral Palsy: General Information

Updated 30 November 2023 under Health Guides.

What is Cerebral palsy (CP)? Cerebral palsy (CP) is a life-long condition that affects muscle movement and coordination. In the United States about 10,000 babies born each year will have […]

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Steroids and Performance-Enhancing Supplements

Updated 26 December 2023 under Health Guides.

The pressure to perform in high school and college sports continues to increase as student-athletes compete for scholarships and chase the dream of playing professionally. Unfortunately, some athletes at all […]

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Human Trafficking and Sexual Exploitation

Updated 25 October 2023 under Health Guides.

What is human trafficking? Human trafficking is a crime involving the recruitment, transportation, purchase, and/or hiding of anyone. These individuals are held by the use of force, fraud, or manipulation […]

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Safety on the Streets: Quiz

Updated 25 October 2023 under Health Guides.

It’s always good to be conscious of safety when out and about. Answer these questions about how to handle situations to test your street smarts! 1. You are walking down […]

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Fitness: Cardiovascular Movement

Updated 25 July 2023 under Health Guides.

Cardiovascular exercise, often referred to simply as “cardio” is a form of aerobic exercise that gets your heart beating faster than usual and your lungs breathing heavier than normal. The […]

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