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Is arthritis preventable? Tips for keeping your joints healthy keyboard_arrow_right
September 27, 2024Mission HealthIs arthritis preventable? Tips for maintaining healthy joints: As we age, many people begin to experience arthritis in their joints.How to familiarize yourself with your breasts through a self-exam keyboard_arrow_right
September 27, 2024Mission HealthBecoming familiar with your breasts, along with regular screenings, can increase your chances of detecting breast cancer early.Easy spine-strengthening exercises to improve spinal health at home keyboard_arrow_right
September 27, 2024Mission HealthAs many of us are spending more and more time seated, taking good care of our spines is as important as ever. For world spine day (10/16), this article will focus on thoracic spine strengthening exercises and other stretches to improve spine health.When to use heat or ice for an injury? It depends keyboard_arrow_right
September 09, 2024Mission HealthIf you've ever had back or joint pain, you've probably wondered if it was best to treat it with heat or ice. Here's when to use heat or ice for an injury.Peripheral artery disease self-care: Tips for managing PAD keyboard_arrow_right
September 09, 2024Mission HealthPeripheral artery disease can slow you down if left unrecognized or untreated. Practicing peripheral artery disease self-care can help reduce symptoms.How to prevent falls: Ways to reduce the risk for older adults keyboard_arrow_right
September 09, 2024Mission HealthKnowing how to prevent falls helps older people stay healthy and active and continue living independently.5 reasons why having a service dog can make a difference keyboard_arrow_right
August 05, 2024Mission HealthThere are several ways people with disabilities can benefit from an assistance dog. Here are some reasons for service dogs and how to get one.Kids’ backpack safety tips: How to avoid injury this school year keyboard_arrow_right
August 05, 2024Mission HealthBackpack safety for kids is important to their health. Check out these tips for how to choose, pack and wear a backpack.Why is friendship important? Surprising health benefits of having friends keyboard_arrow_right
August 02, 2024Mission HealthLoneliness is an epidemic in the United States. But why is friendship important? For starters, it can combat loneliness and the health risks it brings.Health benefits of eating avocado keyboard_arrow_right
July 03, 2024Mission HealthAvocado has become wildly popular in recent years, and for good reason. Learn about the health benefits of eating avocado.