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Quality sleep starts during the dayFeatured Articles

Quality sleep starts during the day

Drained. Fried. Spent. Worn out. No matter how you say it, that 2 p.m. cup of coffee can only do
Tips for healing dry winter skinBody & Mind

Tips for healing dry winter skin

Don’t let dry skin stop winter fun There’s a lot that makes this time of year great. Some of us
5 Ways to Recommit to your health in the New YearFamily

5 Ways to Recommit to your health in the New Year

Welcome to the new year. Yes, it’s finally time to put 2021 behind us. It’s our chance to start fresh
The healing power of the penFeatured Articles

The healing power of the pen

Before cancer, Elizabeth described herself as a cellist, a mom and a real estate agent. Her instrument and ambition took
Secrets for a New Year’s Resolution successFeatured Articles

Secrets for a New Year’s Resolution success

The number one resolution among Americans is to lose weight. It’s something that over a third of the population hopes
Young athletes sports injuriesFamily

Young athletes sports injuries

How to keep young athletes injury-free and in the game Sports are an important part of life for many students.
What you can do today to stay healthy for lifeFeatured Articles

What you can do today to stay healthy for life

Healthy aging tips from Roper St. Francis Healthcare In our own ways and on our own time, we all face
The Holidays and COVID: Keeping family traditions safeFeatured Articles

The Holidays and COVID: Keeping family traditions safe

Happy Holidays 2020: Keeping Family Traditions Alive and COVID-19 Away From mask-wearing to social distancing, COVID-19 has forced us all
Ten Tips for Diabetes Management over the Holiday SeasonFeatured Articles

Ten Tips for Diabetes Management over the Holiday Season

Juicy turkey dressed with gravy and cranberry sauce. Creamy, garlic mashed potatoes, decadent chocolate treats, and your grandmother’s famous buttery,
How to succeed at breastfeedingBody & Mind

How to succeed at breastfeeding

Tips for you and your baby from a lactation pro When you’re expecting a baby, there are a lot of
Ele-Mental: Stay Positive for a Healthy Finish to 2020Body & Mind

Ele-Mental: Stay Positive for a Healthy Finish to 2020

Written by Stratton Lawrence “One star — would not recommend.”  If years received online ratings, 2020 would be a dud.
Compassionate CareFamily

Compassionate Care

Palliative and hospice care teams offer a variety of comforts for patients and families facing life-limiting illnesses Written by Jennifer
Viral OverloadBody & Mind

Viral Overload

Learn how to navigate flu season in the time of a global pandemic Written by Lauren B. Johnson Coughing, sneezing,
Fast action saved Royalty’s lifeFeatured Articles

Fast action saved Royalty’s life

Royalty Butler sat on her bed to talk with her fiancé about buying her spunky four-year-old daughter a hula hoop.
Take control of your breast healthFeatured Articles

Take control of your breast health

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month but taking control of your breast health is more than a one-month commitment. While
COVID-19 and youth sports: Is it safe to play?Family

COVID-19 and youth sports: Is it safe to play?

As communities, schools and workplaces slowly start to reopen, many are welcoming back another time-honored tradition – the return to
Men’s Health: Stay well with preventive medicineFeatured Articles

Men’s Health: Stay well with preventive medicine

Let’s be honest: A trip to the doctor’s office doesn’t top anyone’s fun list. But, regular well visits are key
Maskne is real, here’s how to treat itBody & Mind

Maskne is real, here’s how to treat it

How masks and COVID-19 are changing skin care routines Is wearing a face covering causing your skin to break out?
When to Find Help for Knee PainFeatured Articles

When to Find Help for Knee Pain

Are you making your knee pain worse by ignoring it? Knee pain varies in intensity and seriousness and can affect
Managing the symptoms of menopauseFeatured Articles

Managing the symptoms of menopause

Recognize the Signs to Find the Relief You Need Women often dread or fear menopause. But for many, it can
A selfless act of love changed one couple’s lifeFeatured Articles

A selfless act of love changed one couple’s life

Renée gave birth to a beautiful baby boy at Bon Secours St. Francis Hospital on February 8, 2020. His journey
It’s True: Face Masks Protect Communities from CovidFeatured Articles

It’s True: Face Masks Protect Communities from Covid

Make Masking Up Your Contribution to Fighting Coronavirus Masks may take a little getting used to, but as coronavirus numbers
Your heart rate says a lot about youFeatured Articles

Your heart rate says a lot about you

  Your heart beats about 115,000 times in 24 hours, faithfully circulating blood throughout your body. That’s probably not something
Are statin medications right for you?Body & Mind

Are statin medications right for you?

About 40 million Americans take a statin medication to lower their LDL cholesterol and reduce their risk for cardiovascular disease.