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Treatment Options to Help Overcome Knee Pain for Sports Enthusiasts

May 20, 2024

Millions of people experience chronic pain, with knee pain among the most common. Athletes and active adults know the impact activities like running and skiing can have on their knees, but when chronic knee pain makes it difficult to do those activities, or even day-to-day tasks like walking up the stairs, people may often face challenges.

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The Benefits of Meditation and Mindfulness for Stress Relief

May 19, 2024 ● By Desi Phillips

Stress is a common and unavoidable part of life, but too much of it can harm your physical and mental health. Chronic stress can increase your risk of developing conditions such as high blood pressure, heart disease, diabetes, depression, and anxiety. Therefore, finding healthy ways to cope with stress is essential for your well-being.

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4 Things Parents and Youth Athletes Should Know About Concussions

May 16, 2024 ● By Desi Phillips

Despite the attention drawn to the topic of concussions over the past decade, it can be difficult to find readily available answers about what parents and young athletes should do after sustaining a concussion.

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How to Incorporate More Green Spaces into Your Life

May 09, 2024 ● By Desi Phillips

Green spaces are areas of natural or semi-natural vegetation that provide various benefits for people and the environment. Green spaces can improve air quality, reduce noise pollution, moderate urban heat, enhance biodiversity, and support mental and physical health. However, many urban areas lack sufficient green spaces, and many people do not have easy access to them. It is important to find ways to incorporate more green spaces into your life, whether you live in a city or a rural area.

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Take a Rest from Stress

May 02, 2024 ● By Desi Phillips

While everyone feels stress from time to time, when left untreated or unrecognized, it can begin to wreak havoc. Consider these strategies to combat stress.

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Breathe Better with Asthma, Wherever You Are

Apr 26, 2024 ● By Desi Phillips

If you have asthma, you know that symptoms can come on quickly, then worsen. An important part of managing asthma is knowing your triggers at home, work, school or while you're outdoors.

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Walk Your Way to Better Health

Apr 10, 2024 ● By Desi Phillips

A walk is not just good for your body, it's also good for your soul. Physical activity, like walking, is one of the best ways to reduce stress and boost your mood. Consider these ways movement can benefit your body and mind.

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5 Handy Ways to Jumpstart Productivity in Your Workspace

Mar 26, 2024 ● By Desi Phillips

Designing a project workspace can take your creativity to new heights. Set up a workspace that lets you explore your passion with these tips.

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How Volunteering Can Help Older Adults Combat Loneliness

Mar 25, 2024 ● By Desi Phillips

The bonds found in friendships and other relationships are an important factor in health and wellness - even science says so. As people age, the risks of isolation increase.

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March is Poison Prevention Month

Mar 14, 2024 ● By Desi Phillips

As spring unfolds, we turn our attention to a critical aspect of child safety: poison prevention. March is designated as Poison Prevention Month, and Safe Kids Columbus is at the forefront of this educational effort.

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