Today is World Friendship Day! Why Maintaining Close Friendships Can Lead to Better Health

Have you hugged a friend today? Well even if they are not in close physical proximity for a hug, make sure you reach out in some way, because today is World Friendship Day! It is also called International Day of Friendship as recognized by the United Nations (UN) General Assembly on July 30, 2011. This …

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Florida Health Officials Warn of a Growing Hepatitis-A Outbreak Throughout the Sunshine State

Yesterday, July 28, 2019, was recognized as World Hepatitis Day, by the World Health Organization. It was an annual health awareness campaign to encourage the public to know, prevent, test, treat, and eliminate hepatitis. However, the Florida Department of Health (DOH) is reporting that there is already an outbreak of hepatitis-A right here in the …

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Keep Your Little Superheroes Safe This Summer

Its summertime and our little ones are enjoying a multitude of activities as they release their inner superheroes by building their social and recreational skills outside of the classroom. This is a time for reconnecting with family and neighbors, travelling, and participating in fun activities that are building life-long connections and strengthening their core personalities. …

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Why the Jackfruit May Be the Most Amazing Fruit on Earth

Healthline explains that jackfruit is an exotic fruit native to tropical climates and related to the same class of fruits as figs, mulberries and breadfruit. It is the largest fruit in the world, with a single fruit known to reach a weight of 110 pounds, according to the blogsite www.nutritionadvance.com. Inside this robust fruit are …

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How Gut Health Affects Your Overall Health and Well-Being

According to Biomed Central, the term “gut health” refers to “multiple positive aspects of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, such as the effective digestion and absorption of food, the absence of GI illness, normal and stable intestinal microbiota, effective immune status and a state of well-being.” Johns Hopkins Medicine explains that digestive issues such as heartburn, …

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