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5 questions to ask during Medicare’s fall enrollment period

Starting Oct. 15, Medicare users have about 7 weeks to make changes to their plan. Are you ready?

Hallie Levine

By Hallie Levine
Published October 14, 2021
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What it’s really like to be diagnosed with ADHD as an adult

Here’s what you can learn from one man who trusted his gut and got the help he needed. 

Lambeth Hochwald

By Lambeth Hochwald
Published October 13, 2021
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Want to find a therapist you love?

Here’s where to find a mental health professional and how to find the right fit. 

Kim Robinson

By Kim Robinson
Published October 12, 2021
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Sweet relief: 5 ways to treat stiff and achy joints

From arthritis to bursitis, an expert explains how to battle joint pain and inflammation.

Kim Robinson

By Kim Robinson
Published October 8, 2021
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Should I get a COVID-19 vaccine booster?

Now that vaccines have arrived, the conversation has shifted to booster shots. Here is what we know so far.

Ashleigh DeLuca

By Ashleigh DeLuca
Published October 7, 2021
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Which heartburn medication should you take?

Whether you feel the burn once in a blue moon or have chronic GERD, this guide will help you choose the right treatment for you.

Kim Robinson

By Kim Robinson
Published October 6, 2021
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Are you ready for cold and flu season?

Here’s what you need to make it through unscathed — without the sniffles, sneezes or body aches.

Kim Robinson

By Kim Robinson
Published October 5, 2021
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What it feels like to have gallstones

This painful and common condition doesn’t get talked about nearly enough. Learn the symptoms to watch for — and how to end the agony for good.

Sara Gaynes Levy

By Sara Gaynes Levy
Published October 4, 2021
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Surprising screenings you can get at the pharmacy

Your local pharmacist isn’t simply a medication dispenser. This health professional can help you stay on top of your health with important screening tests, too.

Leslie Goldman

By Leslie Goldman
Published October 1, 2021
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Your guide to anti-anxiety medications

When it comes to taming worry, medication can go a long way. But before going that route, you should know the pros and cons.

Nancy Fitzgerald

By Nancy Fitzgerald
Published September 30, 2021
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How to prepare for Medicare’s Annual Election Period

This is your chance to make sure your prescription medications, checkups and upcoming medical procedures will be covered next year.

Kim Robinson

By Kim Robinson
Published September 29, 2021
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Could your depression be linked to your thyroid? 

Thyroid imbalances can mess with your mood. Here’s what you need to know — and how to get a correct diagnosis. 

Jessica Migala

By Jessica Migala
Published September 28, 2021

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