Many people rely on coffee or tea to kick-start their day, hoping for a quick boost from caffeine. Some even turn to energy drinks and other caffeinated beverages to stay alert throughout the day. …
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9/12/24
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Teenagers have their whole lives ahead of them, they're often told. The idea that a teen could be thinking about ending that life might be hard for their friends, families, or other people in their …
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By NIH News in Health
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9/12/24
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The Foley Senior Center is providing a Grief Support Group for those age 50 and older experiencing loss of a loved one or a significant life change.
The group meets the first and third Wednesday …
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9/12/24
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The United States is one of the world's largest consumers of seafood, and is the largest market for canned tuna. Unfortunately, advocates have found that most tuna found on supermarket shelves comes …
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By StatePoint
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9/5/24
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The Alabama Department of Public Health's (ADPH) Maternal Mortality Review Program (MMRP) has received a $2.975 million boost from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
Awarded …
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9/5/24
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On May 24 the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), in partnership with the National Council on Skin Cancer Prevention, recognized the 16th annual Don't Fry Day to encourage Americans to take …
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8/30/24
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The Tri-City Community Foundation, an affiliate of The Community Foundation of South Alabama, has awarded a grant to Sight Savers America to provide comprehensive eye care to 40 preschool-age …
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8/30/24
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The Parkinson Association of Alabama (PAA) will host the MOVING FORWARD: South Alabama conference at the National Maritime Museum in Mobile on Tuesday, Oct. 1.
According to a news release, this …
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8/30/24
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This summer, USA Health welcomed 34 teen volunteers to its Children's & Women's Hospital and University Hospital campuses. The program provided a unique opportunity for the teens to engage …
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8/29/24
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Sometimes, an extra five minutes of sleep isn't a bad thing.
Sleep is a cornerstone of health, essential for both physical and emotional well-being. Yet, despite sleep being just as vital to our …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/29/24 |
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA), America's Poison Centers as well as state and local agencies are investigating reports of severe …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/28/24 |
Daphne-based Baldwin Bone & Joint is expanding its reach with the opening of a new office in Spanish Fort. Beginning Sept. 3, patients will be able to access the practice's renowned orthopaedic …
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8/23/24
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Franklin Primary Health Center, Inc. (FPHC) has announced the addition of Dr. Thomas DePriest, MD, MPH, as a Family Practice Physician at the South Baldwin Family Health Center in Foley.
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8/22/24
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The "Hateful Eight" may sound like an old-time Western movie, but this showdown doesn't involve cowboys or horses or even guns. It's a battle over the supposed dangers posed by eight seed oils …
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By American Heart Association News
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8/22/24
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When it comes to moldy food, many people wonder if they can simply cut off the mold and safely consume the rest. However, understanding mold and its potential risks is crucial for making informed …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/22/24 |
Perdue Foods LLC is recalling approximately 167,171 pounds of frozen, ready-to-eat chicken breast nugget and tender products due to potential contamination with metal, the U.S. Department of …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/21/24 |
Shingles is a funny-sounding name for a seriously painful disease. How painful? That's hard to put into words. Printable ones, at least.
Officially, shingles pain can range from mild to severe. …
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By American Heart Association News
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8/16/24
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All kids feel stressed from time to time. They may worry about friends, homework or a big test. Stress is normal. But some kids go through extremely stressful or traumatic situations. These can lead …
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By NIH News in Health
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8/15/24
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You've seen the commercials—usually a woman dancing around merrily as she eats a cup of yogurt. These ads tout the benefits of probiotics for gut health. But what exactly are probiotics, and …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/15/24 |
Residents of Baldwin County seeking mobility equipment now have a new destination: Mobility City of Coastal Alabama.
Since its recent opening in the heart of Foley, the store has swiftly …
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By WHISPER EDWARDS
Editorial Assistant whisper@gulfcoastmedia.com | 8/14/24 |