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Being sick is no fun, but having a sick buddy can brighten the mood. (Photo: WeSharePics.com)

Sick Buddy

Sticking by Your Sick Sweetie When you are in love or married, you promise to stick with your partner through sickness and in health. But let’s face it — no one likes to hang around an icky, sick person and vice versa. I know when I am sick, I don’t like people
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For the first time in two decades, the life expectancy of Americans declined slightly, and the overall death rate rose, according to a report from the National Center for Health Statistics. While that information shouldn’t alarm many, it does point to challenges in keeping America healthy. (Photo: Huskyherz/Pixabay)

U.S. Mortality

Lifestyle Choices Lower Life Expectancy u For the first time in two decades, the life expectancy of Americans declined slightly to 78.8 years from 78.9 years, and the overall death rate rose 1.2 percent, according to a report from the National Center for Health Statistics. For
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Holistic activities such as yoga should be integrated with more traditional treatments such as chemotherapy, radiation and surgery in breast cancer treatment. (Photo: Thinkstock)

Breast Cancer Awareness

Holistic Medicine Aids Breast Cancer Recovery Dr. Daleela Dodge is fascinated by the resilience of her patients. The breast surgeon at Penn State Breast Center has repeatedly seen how social networks, diet, exercise, a strong support system, mindfulness and therapy through music,
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