A yearly check-up is the simplest way to catch silent problems early. Here is what happens during the visit — and five ways to get more out of it.
Your annual physical: what happens, and how to make the most of it
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Five everyday habits that protect your heart
You do not need a complete lifestyle overhaul. These five small, realistic habits make a measurable difference to your heart.
Stress or anxiety? How to tell the difference — and when to get help
Stress usually has a clear cause and fades when it is gone. Anxiety tends to stay. Here is how to tell them apart, and what actually helps.
Your child’s first dental visit: a calm, step-by-step guide
The first dental visit should happen by your child’s first birthday. Here is how to prepare — and how we make it fun rather than frightening.
Desk back pain: six moves our physical therapists swear by
Sitting is not the enemy — staying still is. These six simple moves take ten minutes and can ease desk-related back and neck pain.
Video visit or in-person? How to choose the right appointment
Video visits are perfect for many concerns — and the wrong choice for others. A simple guide to booking the right kind of appointment.
Sunscreen, decoded: a dermatologist answers your questions
SPF 30 or 50? Mineral or chemical? Do you need it on cloudy days? Our dermatologist answers the questions she hears every week.
Eating for steady energy: the simple plate method
No calorie counting, no forbidden foods. The plate method is the easiest way to eat for steady energy and healthy blood sugar.
The adult vaccines you might be missing
Vaccines are not just for children. Here are the adult vaccines most people forget — and when you need them.
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