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Posted on August 4, 2020 - It almost sounds like science fiction! Experts tell the National Institutes of Health that one day, we might get a “prescription” for exercise based on our genes.

Posted on July 30, 2020 - As we’re honoring healthcare heroes these days, let’s not forget the extraordinary work and hardships endured by public health experts. Atlantic takes a look at what they continue to do. They deserve our support!

Posted on July 28, 2020 - As experts are learning more about COVID-19, they’ve found that certain underlying health conditions raise a patient’s risk of serious complications and death. Diabetes is one of those conditions. The American Diabetes Association (ADA) explains that while having diabetes doesn’t raise a person’s risk of being infected with the coronavirus, people with diabetes are more likely to experience a severe case of the illness. High blood sugar weakens the immune system, making it harder for a person with diabetes to fight off the infection. The ADA also reports that COVID-19 infection can, in turn, make it a lot harder to manage diabetes.

Posted on July 23, 2020 - July is Berry Month! In case you needed any more motivation to enjoy these jewels of the fruit world, check out this information from the American Institute for Cancer Research.

Posted on July 21, 2020 - Running out of things to talk about on those video chats with the grandkids? AARP offers some fun suggestions.