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Daily Aspirin: Take it or Leave it?

Daily Aspirin: Take it or Leave it?

Until now, medical professionals encouraged a small daily dose of aspirin (about 75-100 milligrams), but a more recent study found that taking low-dose aspirin is associated with an increased risk for bleeding if you have not had a history of any type of cardiovascular disease.

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Foods Known to Help Inflammation

Foods Known to Help Inflammation

Inflammation is a way your body helps fight off infections and illnesses, but the pain can often be difficult to handle for many. Did you know that we can fight inflammation just by what we put in our bodies?

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How do you use your stairs?

How do you use your stairs?

If your home has more than one floor, going up and down the stairs is something you do each and every day, and possibly without giving it much thought. But why not just stop for a moment and consider how you use the stairs, and what it might say about you and your needs.

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Meals on Wheels Takes Extra Step for Seniors

Meals on Wheels Takes Extra Step for Seniors

New research shows that Meals on Wheels America are doing more than just delivering meals to seniors. They've partnered with West Health Institute to train their drivers to monitor senior’s health condition when delivering food. If the driver notices a difference in a senior’s behavior or health, they’re advised to alert a healthcare professional to take action.

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Smart Home

Smart Home' Tools Help Make Homes Safer

With everything that goes on in our day to day lives, sometimes we forget to do the things we are accustomed to doing everyday like locking the door or turning off the lights. Thanks to technology and home automation tools, you wont have to worry about the light you left on or a door you didn’t lock.

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Tips for Keeping Cool This Summer

Tips for Keeping Cool This Summer

Summer is officially here and as the temperature rises, it’s important to stay cool as often as you can to avoid any heat-related illnesses. Below are a few preventative actions you can take to make sure the heat doesn't get the best of you.

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