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By Susan Friedman, Lifestyle Medicine Physician and Geriatrician A new year always offers a natural point of renewal, and the start of 2026
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By Ernst Lamothe Jr As winter sets in and people retreat indoors, respiratory illnesses such as bronchitis and pneumonia begin to surge. While
Personalized Health: A Growing Trend
Healthcare has become individualized By Deborah Jeanne Sergeant Custom healthcare has increased in popularity as healthcare consumers want a unique approach to preventive