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  • Keep Party Drinking Under Control

    'Tis the season for holiday parties. Just be sure to monitor your alcohol consumption at these events. Drinking too much clouds your judgment and can lead to actions that put your health in danger.

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  • Help Your Back Work for You

    Even though you can't turn back time when you suffer a back injury, you can recover from most of them. You can also learn how to protect your back so you'll keep moving and stay comfortable in the future.

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  • A Common Plastic Comes Under Scrutiny

    Polycarbonate plastic can be found in everything from baby bottles to eyeglass lenses. But research has raised concerns over the health effects of a chemical used in the manufacture of polycarbonate—bisphenol A, or BPA. Here's what you need to know.

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You may wonder what all the fuss is about exercise. Simply put, inactivity is hazardous to your health. Physical activity can help you prevent chronic disease, manage your weight, and stay mentally fit. The best news is that it's never too late to adopt a more active lifestyle.
Diabetes
Type 2 diabetes is a chronic and progressive condition, but it can be managed. With help from your family, your friends and your health care team, you can learn to take care of yourself and stay healthy.
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Stay healthy and vigorous into old age by eating right, getting plenty of exercise and following recommended disease prevention practices.
    INTERACTIVE TOOLS

    When you're thirsty for a drink of water, you probably turn on the tap, or open a container of bottled water. You may take for granted the quality of the water you drink. but water safety can vary from place to place. Find out more about drinking water by taking this quiz, based on information from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency.

    BMI, or body mass index, uses weight and height to calculate weight status for adults. BMI for children and teens also takes into account gender and age because healthy body fatness differs between boys and girls and changes as they grow. This BMI calculator will help you determine if your child is at a healthy weight.

    Too much stress can affect both your emotional and physical health. This assessment will help you identify your life "stressors."

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      A metered-dose inhaler sends medicine to the airways in your lungs. You must use the inhaler the right way for it to work. This video shows you how to use one with the open-mouth method.

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