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As cooler weather sets in here in the Northeast, the idea of strolling around your neighborhood becomes more appealing and certainly less sweaty. While you walk, try these three ideas to help your community, mind and body.

Getting enough sleep is one of the most important things you can do for your health. In fact, how you feel when you're awake depends a great deal on what happens while you're sleeping. 

During sleep, your body is still doing vital work. 

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A handful of chips here, a chocolate-covered granola bar there. We've all been a little overindulgent when it comes to snacking throughout the day. The busier life gets, the harder it can be to stay healthy, but it's time to break the unhealthy eating habits and to finally put the cookie down.

Is there a connection between what we eat and the health of our skin? 

As with many health-related issues, the answer is: it depends. 

It depends on the specific food in question, your individual health situation and many other factors that are unique to you. 

The health care system can be overwhelming to navigate and often exhausting. The diagnosis process can be physically and emotionally stressful, while waiting for results can be frustrating and anxiety-provoking. You should be empowered by your hospital to advocate for yourself and family when discussing care plans. 

he best weapon against breast cancer is prevention and early diagnosis through screening. But at what age should you have your first screening? And what screening exam should you choose?