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Each March, communities across the country observe Multiple Sclerosis Awareness Month, a time dedicated to increasing understanding, encouraging support, and strengthening hope for those living with this challenging disease. It is an opportunity to look out for our neighbors and learn more about a condition that affects thousands of American families. Multiple sclerosis (MS) is a chronic disease of the central nervous system, which includes the brain and spinal cord. In people with MS, the body’s immune system mistakenly attacks myelin, the p...

February marks American Heart Month, an annual reminder that heart health matters for all of us, whether we are prioritizing daily cardiovascular exercise, eating a balanced diet, or adhering to medication regimens prescribed for conditions such as high blood pressure. One of the most basic, accessible ways to check on your cardiovascular status is by monitoring your blood pressure. Although this sounds straightforward, accuracy is essential and proper technique matters whether you are...

As we enter a new year, many of us feel a renewed sense of possibility. Whether your motivation strikes on January 1st or January 31st, the new year offers something powerful: a fresh start. It's a chance to pause, reflect, and decide what you want to carry forward (and what you're ready to leave behind). Much like the trees outside, winter is a season of shedding. Trees lose their leaves not because they are failing, but because they are preparing. They release what no longer serves them so...