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If you’ve recently been diagnosed with prediabetes, the first thing to know is you’re not alone. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, more than 1 in 3 Americans are currently prediabetic with higher-than-normal blood sugar levels that, if left unchecked, can progress into Type 2 diabetes. That’s more than 98 million adults! … Read more

’Tis the season for sneezes, coughs and sniffles. If a cold or the flu hits your household, it’s best to stay away from other people while you rest and recover, but just how long does it take until you’re out of the danger zone? Colds vs. flu: What’s the difference? Although there is some overlap between … Read more

From puberty and pregnancy through adulthood, menopause and beyond, hormones are an easy scapegoat for all sorts of health conditions, emotional outbursts and erratic behaviors. But how big a role do they truly play in how you feel and act, and how much do you really know about them? Whether you’re dealing with too much … Read more

Accidents and illnesses happen. Being ready for sniffles, scrapes, cuts and sickness before they occur makes them easier to deal with when they inevitably do pop up. Here’s how to handle some of the most common situations you might encounter at home. Cuts and scratches After applying pressure to stop any bleeding, skinned knees and … Read more