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African American man with his arm in a cast carrying a backpack. (Photo: Raw Pixels/Pexels)

Bad Break

Keep Your Bones Strong at Every Age Falling may be painful, especially if the landing is less than graceful. Even a few steps out the front door can carry with them the risk of falling.   “Don’t wait until you fall to start thinking about bone strength,” said Dr. Philip
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A woman's feet in pink sneakers running away from the camera. (Photo: Daniel Reche/Pexels)

Happy Feet

Choose Proper Shoes for Pain-Free Running Warm, sunny days inspire many people to throw on the nearest pair of sneakers and head outdoors for a run. But choose carefully. Running shoes should provide the proper foot support to prevent injury.   “The human foot is an
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Ice hockey players should dress in layers, use the proper equipment and wear helmets to avoid injuries. (Photo: angel-beil/Instagram)

Weekend Warriors

Training Helps Avoid Winter Sports Injuries Watching Olympic athletes zoom down the slopes or tear up the rink can inspire you to get involved in winter sports. But when you strap on skis or lace up skates, it is important to remember that you have not trained like an Olympian,
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