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Should you consider getting a screening for an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA)? Yes you should. According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), aortic aneurysms or aortic dissections (tears) were the cause of 9,904 deaths in 2019. If an aneurysm ruptures, it’s very unlikely that the person will survive long enough to have it repaired.

Immediate bystander cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) is the single most important factor in the survival of cardiac arrest. Without it, the chances of EMS saving a victim's life decrease with every minute. Saving lives Is in your hands.

Let's face it, sometimes you can get preoccupied with life. When that happens, it can be easy to forget about how important our mental health is. But your mental health isn't something you want to leave unattended for too long, or it could have a significant impact on your well-being. 

How many balls do you have in the air today? As women, we're often juggling kids, a job, a spouse, a home, aging parents and more. 

Multitasking on so many fronts can be enormously stressful. Stress, in turn, can contribute to a host of health problems. 

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A scoop of ice cream or a tall glass of milk with freshly baked cookies can be a great treat, but what if these treats cause an upset stomach on a regular basis? If you find yourself uncomfortable every time you drink milk or consume milk products, it may be time to consider the possibility that you may be lactose intolerant.