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Five Things That Happen to Your Body When You Stop Kissing

April 7, 2025 admin 0

Kissing is something we all do. It’s also something we all want to do with someone that we love. And for most of us, it’s something that we want to do more of, but what […]

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Prevention is the Best Medicine: Regular Checkups Can Help Find Small Problems Early

April 4, 2025 admin 0

If you’re healthy or don’t get sick often, you may think you don’t need to see a doctor regularly. But the truth is, regular checkups can help keep you healthy. Think of it like car […]

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Active Workstations Because Sitting all Day is Bad for Your Health

March 24, 2025 admin 0

We understand the reality is that people have less and less time to exercise. While exercising before or after work is extremely important, it is just as important to stay active throughout the day. You […]

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Mayo Clinic: Weight Loss and Genetics

March 6, 2025 admin 0

It’s important to understand that we are all unique and gain weight for many different reasons. When trying to understand weight gain and why some of us have difficulty losing weight, there are factors such […]

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Hypertension and Cardiovascular Disease in the Black Community

February 28, 2025 admin 0

February is American Heart Month. Cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death in the U.S. African Americans are significantly affected by heart disease, resulting in higher mortality rates compared to white Americans. One of […]

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Editorial: CaRE2 Pancreatic Cancer Advocate Training

February 26, 2025 admin 0

Pancreatic cancer starts in the pancreas, an organ behind the stomach that aids digestion and regulates blood sugar. Known as a “silent disease,” it shows no early signs. Symptoms like stomach pain, jaundice, or weight […]

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9th Annual 2025 Women with Heart Luncheon

February 24, 2025 admin 0

Volunteers in Medicine (VIM) Jacksonville recently presented their 9th Annual ‘Women with Heart’ luncheon at the Florida Blue Conference Center raising over $140,000 for free healthcare for the working uninsured.  This year, VIM was excited to recognize […]

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Revolutionizing Cancer Care: Understanding the RadTox™ Test

February 24, 2025 admin 0

Cancer is one of the leading causes of death worldwide, with millions diagnosed each year. Despite advances in treatment, much work remains to improve outcomes and the speed at which treatment effectiveness can be assessed. […]

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Expert Explains How to Improve Heart Health, Even If Your Family Has History of Heart Conditions

February 14, 2025 admin 0

It’s not unusual to have one or more family members with some form of heart disease. Nonetheless, some people may not even know they have heart disease until they experience a heart attack or stroke […]

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Annual Women of Culture Luncheon Shines Light on Women’s Heart Health Disparities

February 6, 2025 admin 0

February is Heart Health Month and the Women of Color Cultural Foundation (WOCCF) took the opportunity to shine a light on the women’s heart health disparities affecting communities of color, particularly women of color in […]

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