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Why your child should get the flu shot this year

Getting your child vaccinated for seasonal influenza is fast, effective, and available at no cost to you. Here’s what you and your family need to know, and how to get it

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The secrets to living well with kidney disease

Weave these healthy habits into your routine, and enjoy the extra energy, optimism, and wellness they can bring.

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How to manage your health when you have diabetes and congestive heart failure

Juggling multiple chronic conditions isn’t easy. These tips can help you get a handle on both, so that you can focus on living your life.

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You can take charge of your diabetes

Managing diabetes takes some practice, but these expert tips will get you off to a great start.

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Sun smarts

Of the 5 million Americans treated for skin cancer each year, most are seniors. Yet only a quarter of older adults use sunscreen regularly. Shane Chapman, M.D., chair of dermatology at Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center in Lebanon, New Hampshire, answers questions.

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Three things eye doctors do every day

To protect your vision, daily habits matter most, say top docs. Start with these

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Walk this way!

Keeping healthy and fit with each birthday doesn’t need to be complicated. One super-underrated way to do it: Putting one foot in front of the other.

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Your phone’s best self-care features

Stay safe, connected, and independent using these helpful built-in tools.

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How to feel less alone

Nearly half of adults 60 and older feel lonely. Folks around the state share how they stay fulfilled and connected when on their own.

A woman with ovarian cancer speaks to a man about her condition. She is wearing a blue head scarf.

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How to get the help you need during ovarian cancer treatment

The people in your life really want to do something for you. Here’s how to let them.

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Body changes to expect during pregnancy

Expecting mothers face a lot of changes, including some they may not anticipate. Great hair, chalk cravings, the appearance of a dark line on the skin—all can be part of the deal.

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Oral health and pregnancy: Why your mouth matters right now

A healthy mouth is key to a healthy pregnancy. Here’s why—and what to do about it

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