(BPT) - Menopause is a biological process that marks the end of a woman's reproductive years. While it's a natural and normal stage of life, it's also one that's surrounded by numerous misconceptions.
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(BPT) - Meet Amanda, a New Jersey resident and lifelong hockey fan who has a passion for volunteering and advocacy that — almost — parallels her love for the New York Rangers. Much of Amanda’s day-to-day looks like that of other people, but what many don’t know about Amanda is that she has b…
(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 enjoying all that summer has to offer.
(BPT) - By Dr. Philip Painter, CMO, United Healthcare Medicare & Retirement
(BPT) - This June, the HypoPARAthyroidism Association, Inc. (HPA) is intent on making its mark within the rare disease community. In honor of World Hypoparathyroidism Awareness Day, an annual global awareness and education event observed on June 1, the nonprofit patient advocacy organization…
(BPT) - A healthy pet doesn't happen by accident. Even a dog or cat without preexisting health conditions needs their owner's help to live their best life and maintain their well-being. Check out these five tips from pet experts at Purina who explain how to prioritize your pet's health to ke…
(BPT) - Living with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), such as Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis (UC), can be extremely frustrating to people living with the conditions and significantly affect their quality of life.
(BPT) - Nearly one year ago the U.S. economy took an uncomfortable turn for many consumers courtesy of inflation and rising interest rates. Costs for groceries and daily living skyrocketed, the job market became unsteady, and incredibly high gas prices hit communities nationwide.
(BPT) - If you're looking to improve your skin's appearance, ask yourself: What are you doing for your skin while you're asleep? Because about one-third of your day is spent sleeping, make the most of that valuable time by taking proactive steps so you can wake up with smoother, firmer, heal…
(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 and substance use disorders (SUD). Recent effects felt from the COVID-19 pandemic have compo…
(BPT) - Are you changing the world for the better? If you’re rocking a beard, chances are your answer is "YES!" In fact, a recent study by Wahl found that men with beards are 13% more charitable than their clean-shaven counterparts, and the Wahl "Benevolent Beards" Contest is looking to crow…
(BPT) - As aging in place and multi-generational households continue trending, integrating universal design into homes has become essential. Improvements, such as wider doorways for accessibility, can enrich life quality for people of all ages and abilities. Those desiring to live at home du…
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(BPT) - Advances in early detection and treatment of retinal diseases made possible by retina specialists can preserve sight and virtually eliminate vision loss from conditions such as age-related macular degeneration (AMD), diabetic retinopathy and retinal detachment.
(BPT) - In August 2022, the U.S. government passed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), a comprehensive energy policy bill that provides a record $370 billion for climate and energy initiatives. The act, focused on clean energy and climate change, has wide-reaching implications for individuals…
(BPT) - More Americans are retiring earlier than previous generations. According to a survey by the Federal Reserve Bank, their odds of retiring before age 62 rose to roughly 50% in July 2021, partly due to the pandemic. For many, moving up their retirement seemed like the right choice given…
(BPT) - By Kenji Inaba, MD, FACS, FRCSC
(BPT) - For many Americans, life today feels typical — we’re back in school, returning to the office and are enjoying our hobbies and social lives. Connecting in-person with friends and family is once again a regular part of our routine.
(BPT) - Many of us know the basics for positive wellbeing — exercise consistently, sleep well, eat right — but what if we’re overlooking a crucial and simple component of health? Emerging research shows that adding time outside to our wellness routines can bring powerful benefits.
(BPT) - May is National Asthma and Allergy Awareness Month — aimed at raising awareness around asthma and helping improve the lives of those living with this condition.
(BPT) - As a successful global software services consultant, Ashwin was career-driven and passionate about his job. Those feelings were derailed when, at age 45, he was diagnosed with head and neck cancer and experienced a grueling path through treatment and recovery. Knowing that he is made…
