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USA Health Wellness

In our new blog, healthcare providers from the region's only academic health system use their expertise to offer tips and advice for how you can lead a longer, better life.

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Articles focus on exercise, nutrition, mental health and overall wellness.

Wellness@Work : What women need to know about their heart health 

What women need to know about their heart health

By Nupur Shah, M.D.

Spreading awareness will inform more women about women-specific risk factors and women-specific presentation of a heart attack.

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Wellness@Work How to make small, positive changes to your diet

How to make small, positive changes to your diet

By Robert Israel, M.D.

When these positive small changes become habits, then they become very hard to break.

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Wellness@Work: How to move more throughout the day 

How to move more throughout the day

By Michelle Ryan

Incorporating more exercise into your daily routine doesn't always require major lifestyle changes or long workouts.

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Wellness@Work: How to make small changes to improve your health 

How to make small changes to improve your health 

By Ann Payne-Johnson, M.D., M.S.

Introducing these small changes into your daily life can gradually improve your overall health and well-being.

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Wellness@Work: How to eat mindfully during the holidays 

How to eat mindfully during the holidays

By Michelle Ryan

Mindful eating strategies for social gatherings can help you enjoy the festivities while being aware of your body’s needs.

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Wellness@Work : How to find hope amid holiday stress 

How to find hope amid holiday stress

By Fletcher Eaton, M.A.

Don’t let this holiday season cause you to feel fear and dread. Be proactive and take steps to prepare for the potential flood of sadness, grief and stress.

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HPV vaccinations are recommended for children ages 11 and 12.

Getting back-to-school vaccinations? Don’t forget this one

Two shots of the HPV vaccine, given six to 12 months apart, are recommended for children ages 11 and 12, and they are encouraged for those as young as 9.

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Any Beans and Any Greens—MIND Diet Style

Any Beans and Any Greens—MIND Diet Style

By Robert Israel, M.D.

This recipe is as it says – any combo that you have in the fridge and pantry. Eating greens and beans every day requires a plan!

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How to navigate wellness challenges while traveling

By Robert Israel, M.D.

When you are traveling, be mindful of your choices, but give yourself the space to enjoy yourself and indulge in special foods.

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Wellness@Work: How to prevent sun damage

How to prevent sun damage

By Kimberly Donnellan, M.D., F.A.C.S

Whether you spend time gardening, by the pool or at the beach, make sure you and your family are protected by following these important tips.

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What to know about colon cancer screenings

By Baret Bercier, M.D.

The gold standard of screening for colon cancer is the colonoscopy, a low-risk, minimally invasive procedure that helps detect precancerous polyps and removes them before they develop into anything worse.

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How to snack smarter

How to snack smarter

By Phyllus Justice, M.P.H., RD, CDE

Here are some ideas to help you snack smarter and take better care of your health!

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Wellness@Work: What Are Your Lifestyle Choices Costing You?

What are your lifestyle choices costing you?

By Robert Israel, M.D., F.A.C.P.

Mindful assessment is key to making better nutrition and movement choices in the high-stakes game of your best health

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What African American men should know about prostate cancer

By Robert Israel, M.D., F.A.C.P.

African American men are more likely than white men to be diagnosed with prostate cancer during their lifetime – a 1-in-7 chance versus a 1-in-8 chance for white men.

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Dementia and the MIND diet

By Robert Israel, M.D., F.A.C.P.

A dietary style based on a combination of two healthy eating styles, the Mediterranean diet and the DASH diet, called the MIND diet can reduce dementia risk by over 50%!

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How to set healthy New Year’s goals

Robert Israel, M.D., recommends a more fundamental approach to identify behaviors and motivation to help you understand how you can be successful.

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Finding time for mindfulness

By Robert Israel, M.D., F.A.C.P.

Finally, after a very long and unusual time during which most of us have been under a lot more stress than usual – we are beginning to emerge into some new normal.

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Fueling your body with fresh foods this summer

By Phyllus Justice, MPH, RDN, CDCES

Whether you’re going to the beach, tanning by the pool or just trying to look and feel your best, it’s important to incorporate fresh, seasonal fruits and vegetables into your diet.

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