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“Keeping Us in Balance: The Work of the Kidneys”
Picture a man crawling through the desert in tattered clothing, whispering “water” as he nears an oasis. He isn’t thinking about his kidneys, yet they may be the main...
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“A Healthier You in the New Year: Start with the Switch”
As the holiday season winds down and the New Year approaches, many of us begin reflecting on the past year and thinking ahead. Its...
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Happy Holidays! Use Occupations to Balance Seasonal Stress
The holiday season is fast approaching with all its festive occupations like decorating the house, buying and wrapping presents and preparing and serving holiday...
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Silent but Serious: How to Spot and Manage Gum Disease
Gum disease is one of the most common chronic health conditions in adults. For those 40 and older, it’s also the leading cause of...
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“Oral Caries Prevention in South Dakota: Challenges and Opportunities”
Dental caries (decay) remains the most common chronic disease in the U.S. and globally, despite decades of research and proven preventive strategies. In South...
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“Strengthening Paths to Safety: Supporting Domestic Violence Survivors”
When someone escapes domestic violence, their journey to healing has only just begun. As physicians, you are often the first professionals to recognize signs...
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Understanding Macular Degeneration: The Importance of Early Detection and Specialized Care
Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is one of the leading causes of vision loss among adults over 65. This condition affects the back of the...
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“Listen to your gut”
People often talk about having a “gut feeling” or are told to “listen to their gut” when making a decision. Do you know what...
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November is National Diabetes Month
MANHATTAN, Kan. -- November marks National Diabetes Month, a time to spotlight one of the most pressing chronic health conditions in the United States.
Alongside...
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“The key to boosting immunity”
Its hard to look at your television or social media and not see a headline about some “” supplement, or other product promising to...
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“Midnight Muscle Cramps? Here’s What Your Body is Telling You”
You’re asleep when suddenly your calf tightens into a painful knot. You swing your legs over the side of the bed and stand up,...
