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Are you managing your diabetes? https://t.co/f9x0thfKgB

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Does sleeping on your back during #pregnancy increase stillbirth? NO.
#Women. #Mothers. If you've seen the alarming articles about this recent study, take a moment to listen to these 4 high-risk obstetrics explain why they disagree with the findings.
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#Parents. Eating breakfast regularly can have a lot of health benefits, especially for your child. Take just a minute to learn why #breakfast is crucial for your #child and what should be on the breakfast table in the morning.
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Do you know how to stop bleeding from a severe injury? Take a minute from your day to learn the important steps that could save a life and how to avoid common, potentially catastrophic, mistakes when it comes to severe bleedings.
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Does sleeping on your back during #pregnancy increase stillbirth? NO.

#Women. #Mothers. If you've seen the alarming articles about this recent study, take a moment to listen to these 4 high-risk obstetrics explain why they disagree with the findings.

https://t.co/cDSidIsWmI

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Children with #ADHD often go untreated because of misconceptions parents have about the condition. On today's Health Minute, learn why talking with a medical professional about your child's potential ADHD is the best thing for your child.
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You #diet. You #exercise, but you just can’t seem to lose any weight. Could your #thyroid be to blame? Probably not. Take just a minute to learn why a thyroid condition is not the cause for weight gain and a solid strategy for losing that stubborn fat.
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Having a good skincare routine can help you maintain healthy skin as you age. On today's Health Minute, dermatologist Dr. Emily McKenzie suggests five tips to keep your skin looking young and healthy.
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Can your #child be born with #allergies? Can your child outgrow allergies? Is there anything you can do to prevent your child from developing allergies? Learn the most common misunderstandings about allergies in children.
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It's about more than finding the right moisturizer. https://t.co/koSNsgUi6u

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Your lungs will thank you. https://t.co/xK4XKRwe11

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Almost 30 million Americans suffer from some kind of eating disorder. Recovering from an eating disorder can be challenging and relapses are likely without a treatment plan.Dr. Nick Galli gives practical advice for preventing an eating disorder relapse.
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Stomach pain is one of the most common reasons for an ER visit. Yet, a majority of those cases are not actually emergencies. Take a minute and learn the warning signs for stomach pains and treatments you should try at home before heading to the ER.

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Heart diseases are the No. 1 killer of #women—causing more deaths than all cancers combined. Take a minute to learn why post-menopausal women are more at risk than their male counterparts, and what women can do to prevent heart diseases.
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Smoking is harmful to your body and causes an overall decline in quality of life. On today's Health Minute, pulmonary specialist Dr. Nate Hatton explains the health benefits of quitting smoking, regardless of how long you've been smoking.

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It can be easy for a #parent to worry, but dark circles are not a sign of anemia or a vitamin deficiency. Pediatrician Dr. Cindy Gellner explains the most common reasons for a child’s dark circles and what a parent can do about them.

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Washing your hands well and often is one of the important things you can do for your health—especially for children. But as a parent, how can you motivate your children to wash their hands and do it correctly? Learnsome fun tips for making handwashing fun!https://t.co/req9U84BsQ

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At least 30 percent of #women in the United States use oral contraceptives. A new study suggests that women who take pills actually have a lower risk of certain cancers. Women's expert Dr. Kirtly Parker Jones talks about the new study.

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Life moves so fast and it can be hard to always keep your own well-being in mind. On today's Health Minute, emergency room physician Dr. Troy Madsen offers some quick, healthy tips and habits that you can easily include in your daily routine.
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