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According to one estimate, 35,000 cheer athletes are injured each year. Tips for cheerleaders to avoid concussions, handle sport's unique challenges.

The holiday season isn’t always merry and bright or holly jolly for everyone, but NAMI Butler County has these practical tips ...

Dr. Ajay Bakhshi, MD, a gastrointestinologist based in Maryland, points out that an IBS diagnosis is typically given when a ...

In uncertain and stressful times, it is especially important to find hope. Faith (in whatever form that takes) may also help.

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It’s not easy managing money. I know this first-hand because I used to struggle with my finances. Despite how embarrassing it ...

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A workshop titled Stress Management—Avoiding the S.W.A.T. Syndrome (stress, worry, anxiety, and tension) will define stress ...

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