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High Cholesterol

Updated 23 August 2022 under Health Guides.

As with many aspects of health, your cholesterol can be impacted by your diet. Levels of physical activity and genetics also play a role in your cholesterol levels. While you […]

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Colds and Flu: Prevention and Treatment

Updated 17 August 2022 under Health Guides.

The best way to fight colds and flu is to not get them in the first place! Here are some tips for protecting yourself and preventing the spread of the […]

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Colds and Flu: General Information

Updated 17 August 2022 under Health Guides.

According to the Center for Disease Control, every year more than 300,000 people in the United States have to go to the hospital for flu-related problems. Colds are even more common, […]

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College Application Tips

Updated 29 November 2022 under Health Guides.

Good grades and test scores are important, but there are other ways to make your application standout and make you a competitive applicant. Here are our top 10 tips to […]

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Eye Health: Common Vision Problems and Eye Conditions

Updated 8 November 2022 under Health Guides.

There are three common types of vision problems: nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism. Nearsightedness: Nearsightedness is also called myopia. People who are nearsighted can see fine up close, but things that […]

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Concussions

Updated 12 October 2022 under Health Guides.

A concussion is a mild traumatic brain injury that results from a blow or jolt to the head, neck, face, or body. Although your skull protects your brain and something […]

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Contraception: General Information

Updated 8 May 2022 under Health Guides.

You may be starting to think about what it means to be involved in a sexual relationship. There are many things that you need to think about before you decide […]

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Eye Health: Corrective Lenses, Glasses, and Contacts

Updated 8 November 2022 under Health Guides.

Has your primary care provider said you need glasses, but you’re afraid they won’t look good? Do you think contacts might hurt your eyes or be hard to take care […]

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Counseling and Therapy

Updated 25 February 2022 under Health Guides.

Mental health and wellness is something all humans need to take care of. After all, each of us has a brain that impacts our feelings and emotions. Sometimes we need […]

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Deep Breathing Exercises

Updated 8 November 2022 under Health Guides.

Deep breathing is a type of exercise that makes you aware of your breathing so when you inhale (take in air) through your nose, the breath is long and slow […]

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