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As the new year gets underway, millions will make resolutions. The author explains why resolving to live in accordance with…
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For many who know someone who has lost a loved one, it can be hard to know what to say or how to respond. For those who…
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A judge in Texas ruled Dec. 14 that the Affordable Care Act is unconstitutional. His ruling has no immediate effect, however,…
Dr. Seuss' most famous character has a lot to teach us about heart.
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Studies confirm what many older adults already know: They are sexual. And, studies also suggest that sex is good for them..…
Parents of teens often worry about marijuana use and whether it might lead to other drugs or behavioral problems. A recent…
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Men who can't take drugs for erectile dysfunction and overweight people who can't lose weight sometimes turn to…