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How to Prepare for Flu Season: 5 Smart Steps to Stay Ahead
Flu season is coming—are you ready? Taking a few simple steps now can help reduce your risk of getting sick and protect those around you. Whether you're...
August 12
Why Am I Getting Leg Cramps at Night (Nocturnal Leg Cramps)?
You’re finally asleep when a sudden jolt of pain shoots through your leg. Your calf tightens into a knot. No matter how you stretch, the cramp won’t let...
August 06
Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing: Pros and Cons to Consider
In the past, if you wanted to learn more about your ancestry or your health history, you had to talk to your parents or grandparents. But these days, genetic...
August 04
Traveling With COPD: Managing Symptoms and Enjoying the Journey
If you live with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), you may feel like it’s not safe for you to travel. Or you might think that planning for...
August 01
Trying to Induce Labor Naturally? Here’s What Works and What Doesn’t
[Note of caution: Banner Health doesn’t support starting labor before 37 weeks. Your baby’s brain and body are still growing and developing. Talk to your...
July 28
Supporting Someone With a Brain Injury: Tips for Friends and Family
When someone has a brain injury, everything changes. And those changes don’t only affect the person who’s recovering. They affect everyone who cares about...
July 24
9 Ways to Lower Your Risk of Cancer Starting Today
Cancer touches nearly every family in some way. You may know someone who’s gone through treatment or maybe you’re caring for a loved one right now.  While...
July 22
How to Help Your Child Cope When a Sibling Has Cancer
When your child is diagnosed with cancer, your family’s world changes overnight. Between doctor appointments, hospital stays and emotional ups and downs,...
July 18
Is Flag Football a Safe and Healthy Sport for Girls? A Guide for Parents
Flag football has exploded in popularity — especially among girls and women. From girls’ youth leagues to all-girls high school and collegiate teams, it’s...
July 13