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Stephanie Bochenek
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I have always thought that I was living a “healthy” lifestyle, but last summer I was diagnosed with a heart defect.
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Summer is the perfect time to take advantage of fresh fruits and vegetables. Here are some tips for buying the right items at your local Farmer’s Market.
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Katie Fairbank
9/16/2013
India tobacco controls are not being well implemented
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CDC stressing vaccinations, flu shots
Katie Fairbank
8/22/2013
For the new school year, the push is on to assure that everyone is up-to-date on vaccinations.
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