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5 Experts’ Tips for Family Fitness

Posted by: | September 28th, 2012 | 0 comments

Here's a pair of things guaranteed to perk up your day: exercising and spending fun time with the family. And just like chocolate and peanut butter, these two go fabulously well together. In honor of Family Health and Fitness Day, I turned to some of Sharecare's top fitness experts and trainers for their most inspirational ways to get moving with the kids. Ready? Set? Go! View Full Post

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Understanding the PSA and Using it Wisely

Posted by: | September 27th, 2012 | 1 comment

The beleaguered PSA test is one of the most misunderstood medical tests in today’s headlines. The recent wholesale bashing of the test and the U.S. Preventive Task Force’s recommendation against testing has been a great disservice to men and created greater confusion around just what PSA testing is and isn’t. In my case, I believe there is little doubt that the PSA test helped to save my life. View Full Post

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Doctors: It’s Time to Get Online

Posted by: | September 27th, 2012 | 0 comments

If you're on the fence about building your online presence, it's time to hop off and join the conversation. Primary care pediatrician Claire McCarthy, MD, recently blogged about the importance of doctors interacting online. Dr. McCarthy, who was named one of SharecareNow's Top 10 Online Influencers in Children's Health, is an avid blogger and a senior pediatrics editor for Harvard Health Publications. When it comes to the online space, McCarthy says, "It has become increasingly clear to me that I need to be there—and that more doctors need to be there with me." View Full Post

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5 Surprising Tips for Yoga Newbies

Posted by: | September 25th, 2012 | 0 comments

Nowadays it seems everywhere you turn there’s a yoga studio or someone walking down the street carrying a yoga mat. That's really no surprise, considering the many amazing benefits of yoga. If you've decided it's time to get in on the craze, here are five secrets that will make it easier to get your om on. View Full Post

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Coffee, a Healthy Addiction?

Posted by: | September 20th, 2012 | 1 comment

I am addicted to coffee and proud of it. I look forward to the ritual of that morning cup of coffee to start my day. I felt guilty for many years with the thought that maybe it was not such a healthy thing to be drinking. However, as more studies have been done, I feel pretty good about my morning java. View Full Post

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