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Posted with permission from Well-Being magazine, as featured in their May/June issue Late last year, the American Heart Association and the American College of Cardiology released new cholesterol guidelines that include recommendations for more personalized risk assessments and new cholesterol-lowering drug options for people at the highest risk for cardiovascular disease. According to AHA President Ivor Benjamin, M.D., the updated guidelines reinforce the importance of healthy living, lifestyle modific... ... Read More
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The Mississippi Braves and Merit Health have announced a partnership that will give citizens access to “Walk the Park” at Trustmark Park throughout the calendar year. Beginning Monday, April 22 with a ceremonial walk at 10 a.m. prior to the M-Braves 10:35 a.m. game vs. the Montgomery Biscuits, the Trustmark Park 360 degree concourse will be available to walk any time, year round, during team business hours. Participants will also be allowed to bring in food items and have use of the stadium picnic table... ... Read More
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Done having babies? Don’t use it as an excuse to skip your annual OB/GYN exam. It’s important to maintain an ongoing relationship with your physician, in order to address problems as they may arise. Annual checkups allow your physician to address issues such as vaginal and pelvic changes, as well as screen for various forms of cancer. Your physician can also provide treatment for common symptoms of aging, such as: abnormal bleeding hot flashes/hormones incontinence painful intercourse vaginal discharge ... ... Read More
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