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Health

Combatting loneliness in older adults

March 17, 2024

FAMILY FEATURES The bonds found in friendships and other relationships are an important factor in health and wellness – even science says so. According to the American Psychological Association, forming and maintaining social connections at any age is one of the most reliable predictors of a healthy, happy and long life. Studies show having strong…

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The rising prevalence of type 1 diabetes in minority populations

March 9, 2024

BPTSponsored by Sanofi Ariel (Lawrence) Sarpeh was first diagnosed with type 1 diabetes right before her 16th birthday — a realization she describes as being both intimidating and clarifying. “At first, I thought ‘OK, I got this. It’s relatively straightforward and I am a good student. I just have to remember that my doctor told…

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Six tips to improve sleep quality for overall well-being

March 2, 2024

FAMILY FEATURES Despite a rising number of people searching for the term “sleep” in 2023, nearly 1 in 3 U.S. adults report not getting enough of it, per the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. As a foundation for overall well-being, getting quality sleep is key to achieving goals and being present in daily life….

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Four tips to live a more heart-healthy lifestyle

February 17, 2024

BPTIn honor of American Heart Month this February, you can make positive changes to your well-being by evaluating how your everyday lifestyle affects your heart health. To get started, take steps to understand your risk, then consider making healthier choices to help lower your chances of heart disease. Registered dietitian and nutritionist Dawn Jackson Blatner…

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Five things you need to know about medically supported weight loss

February 10, 2024

BPTThere has been a sensational rise in the number of celebrities making headlines for their use of GLP-1 medications, like Ozempic, Wegovy and Mounjaro, for weight loss. The constant media buzz surrounding influential figures may make it more difficult for people to zero in on key components of a healthy medically supported weight loss journey….

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Understanding type 1 diabetes: Should you get screened?

February 3, 2024

BPTSponsored by Sanofi More than 1.4 million Americans have type 1 diabetes, thought to be caused by an autoimmune reaction where the body attacks its own cells that produce insulin. Although type 1 diabetes is relatively less common when compared to type 2 diabetes, it’s anticipated that cases of type 1 diabetes in the U.S….

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Understanding the impacts of LDL cholesterol

January 22, 2024

FAMILY FEATURESAbout 38% of American adults have high cholesterol, which can be caused by poor lifestyle habits or genetics, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Having a high low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol number — considered “bad” cholesterol — can contribute to fatty buildups (plaque) and narrowing of the arteries. LDL cholesterol is…

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Pennie 2024 health coverage enrollment deadline extended to Jan. 19

January 13, 2024

Jan. 19 will be the last day for Pennsylvanians seeking health coverage for 2024 to enroll through Pennie to get the lowest costs on high-quality coverage. On Tuesday, Pennie Executive Director Devon Trolley, Pennsylvania Insurance Department (PID) Commissioner Michael Humphreys, Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) Secretary Dr. Val Arkoosh, and State Senator Sharif Street…

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Three things to know to help you avoid severe COVID-19

January 6, 2024

BPT Although COVID-19 is not as prevalent as it was at its peak, it’s still something to be mindful of, especially if you have chronic conditions that might leave you more vulnerable to its effects. The good news is, there are things you can do to help prevent contracting COVID-19 – and if you are…

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