Add to your summer checklist: Getting vaccinated against pneumococcal pneumonia

(BPT) - Summer is here and, for many people, it’s a time to kick back, relax and enjoy some much-needed vacation time — and pneumococcal pneumonia shouldn’t stand in your way of …

5 tips for supporting brain health during Alzheimer’s Awareness Month

(BPT) - By Dr. Philip Painter, CMO, United Healthcare Medicare & RetirementJune is Alzheimer’s & Brain Awareness Month, an annual observance to raise awareness of the devastating impact …

How to Make 'Trying' Less Trying

(NewsUSA) - For many people seeking to become pregnant, the process is often challenging and frustrating. Myths and misinformation about fertility and how to get pregnant persist (would you …

How are Americans feeling about intimate connections in 2023?

(BPT) - When it comes to the bedroom, both men and women should be prepared with protection. Dr. Kate Balestrieri, licensed psychologist and founder of Modern Intimacy, shares results from a recent …

Top Water Safety Tips for Kids and Families this Summer

(NewsUSA) - Drowning is the leading cause of death among children ages 1-4 years, and the second leading cause of injury-related death among children up to 14 years of age, according to the Centers …

Have a child with Autism or ADHD? Yes, long-term bedwetting happens and you’re not alone
  (BPT) - Bedwetting, also known as nighttime wetting/incontinence or nocturnal enuresis, can affect any child. For some …
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5 ways for military families to stay safe online this PCS season
(BPT) - Are you an active-duty service member or military spouse planning a permanent change of station? Now is the time to protect …
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Postal Service Celebrates the 50th Anniversary of the Endangered Species Act
(NAPSI)—The U.S. Postal Service will commemorate the 50th anniversary of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) with the release of a …
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3 Essential Packing Tips for Summer Camp
(BPT) - Summer camp season is nearly upon us. Whether that means your kids are canoeing at the lake, scoring s’mores at …
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Preparing Your Children for Kindergarten
  (Family Features) Being ready for kindergarten is about far more than writing names and reciting the ABCs. It is also about …
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Marine Toys for Tots Brings Joy to Children in Foster Care
(NewsUSA) - May is National Foster Care Month, and the Marine Toys for Tots Program continues to expand its support beyond the …
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Co-Occurring Conditions: Exploring the Link Between Mental Illness and Substance Use

(BPT) - Mental Health Awareness Month provides a meaningful opportunity to improve understanding and provide compassionate support for the millions of Americans impacted by overlapping mental illness …

Learning money matters: 3 things for new grads to learn this summer

(BPT) - Graduation is an important milestone, whether your child is graduating from elementary school, high school or college. With each milestone comes new advantages, new responsibilities — …

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(BPT) - Being involved in sports is a great way to enjoy the warm weather, bond with your kids and create long-lasting memories. It's …
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  (Family Features) Everybody, no matter their age, can benefit from daily physical activity. According to the Centers for …
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(BPT) - Does it feel like your allergy symptoms keep getting worse every year, and seem to last a lot longer, too? If so, you're not …
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(BPT) - Shareeda Jones thought her nine-year-old daughter was doing well in school, even during the pandemic when remote and hybrid …
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