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The San Juan Daily Star
Nov 13, 20245 min read
What does it mean to be immunocompromised?
By Knvul Sheikh A growing number of American adults have weakened immune systems, which can leave them vulnerable to severe illnesses....
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The San Juan Daily Star
Nov 12, 20244 min read
Why sitting all day may shorten your life
By Jen Murphy We’ve all heard that sitting too long is bad for you. We’re not evolved to do it, it can undermine our exercise gains, it...
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The San Juan Daily Star
Nov 4, 20245 min read
When dementia changes a loved one’s personality
By Louisa Kamps Susan Hirsch was visiting her father in the hospital where he was recuperating after a fall and was shocked to find him —...
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The San Juan Daily Star
Nov 1, 20244 min read
How to start strength training at the gym
By Alyssa Ages The first time I approached the weight room at my local gym, over a decade ago, I froze with fear in the doorway. The maze...
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The San Juan Daily Star
Oct 30, 20245 min read
Why controlling blood sugar is crucial for your health
By Nina Agrawal More than 1 in 3 adults in the United States has prediabetes, higher-than-normal blood sugar levels that can lead to...
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The San Juan Daily Star
Oct 25, 20243 min read
How back-to-back hurricanes harm mental health
By Emily Schmall As Hurricane Milton battered Florida’s Gulf Coast this month, Chloe Ottani followed the news with horror from her...
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The San Juan Daily Star
Oct 21, 20244 min read
What, exactly, is ‘moderate drinking’?
By Dana G. Smith Over the past several years, there has been a rise in alcohol-related deaths and a steady wave of news about the health...
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The San Juan Daily Star
Oct 7, 20245 min read
To prevent injury, train your tendons, ligaments and joints
By Amanda Loudin When it comes to exercise, muscles and bones are clearly the stars of the show. But to feel your best and age well, you...
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