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Navigating Grief After Losing a Pet
Oct. 21st, 2025

Navigating Grief After Losing a Pet

The death of a pet can be an extremely heartbreaking experience. Pets are more than just animals—they are companions, family members, and sources of unconditional love and joy. When a pet passes away, the grief can be overwhelming and may even lead to depression. Acknowledging your grief is an impor…

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Understanding Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer Risk
Oct. 14th, 2025

Understanding Genetic Testing for Breast Cancer Risk

Genetic testing has become a powerful tool for identifying a person’s risk of developing breast cancer, especially for those with a family history of the disease. If you’ve ever wondered about genetic testing as a type of cancer screening, here’s what you need to know about how it works and what ste…
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Dealing with Childhood Constipation: Causes and At-Home Remedies
Oct. 7th, 2025

Dealing with Childhood Constipation: Causes and At-Home Remedies

It’s not the most glamorous parenting topic, but constipation in children is surprisingly common. If your child is having fewer bowel movements than u…
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Switch Up Your Smoothies with These Seven Nutritious Ingredients
Sep. 30th, 2025

Switch Up Your Smoothies with These Seven Nutritious Ingredients

Starting your day with a nutritious breakfast sets the tone for a productive and energetic day. One of the best ways to pack a nutritional punch into…
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Hitting Snooze Every Morning? 4 Strategies to Help You Stop
Jan. 6th, 2024

Hitting Snooze Every Morning? 4 Strategies to Help You Stop

With the beginning of a new year, many of us are looking to adopt healthier habits. One simple yet impactful change could be in how we wake up each morning! The pull of the snooze button is strong, but hitting it for those "just five more minutes" can actually disrupt your sleep cycle more than it h…
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Embracing Wellness in the New Year: Self-Care Opportunities in Salem, Oregon
Jan. 1st, 2024

Embracing Wellness in the New Year: Self-Care Opportunities in Salem, Oregon

As we welcome the New Year, it's the perfect time to prioritize self-care and wellness. From massage to the great outdoors, Salem, Oregon, has a wealt…
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5 Ways to Set Realistic Goals for the New Year
Dec. 28th, 2023

5 Ways to Set Realistic Goals for the New Year

As the New Year approaches, it's a time of reflection and forward-thinking. Setting goals is a common tradition for many people, but the key to achiev…
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