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Knee arthritis: 5 alternatives to knee replacement surgery
Knee replacement surgery is the most effective treatment for alleviating the pain, swelling and loss of mobility from knee arthritis. Find out how nonsurgical options also can provide relief.
Hunting? Be sure to protect your hearing
Noise over 140 decibels can permanently damage hearing, and almost all firearms are in that range or higher, putting hunters at risk for hearing loss. Learn how protective devices can reduce that risk.
Family meals: Building relationships
Eating as a family can be more than just shared conversations — it’s building relationships. Nutrition educator Katie Johnson shares a few tips that can make it easier to plan and prep meals.
Managing plugged ducts, mastitis when breastfeeding
Some women wean their baby from breastfeeding early because of breast pain caused by plugged ducts or mastitis. Learn how to prevent these conditions and get tips to manage pain during breastfeeding.
Sexually transmitted diseases: What you need to know
You probably remember having some form of the safe sex talk with your parents or other adults with the focus around pregnancy prevention. It's equally important to talk about sexually transmitted infections.
Laser-based prostate procedure treats BPH
HoLEP is a minimally invasive laser procedure to treat an enlarged prostate. Learn about its benefits, including fast recovery and no hospital stay.
5 things to know during upper respiratory illness season
Colder temps and holiday festivities encourage us to gather inside, raising the risk of upper respiratory illnesses. Know what to do and where to go for worsening symptoms.
Pick apples for a bushel of health benefits
From on-the-go snack to the star of a beloved pie, an apple also offers an amazing array of health benefits. Learn why and how to make apples part of your daily diet.
