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Lene Andersen

Lene Andersen, Health Guide

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The Quest for an RA Spokesperson: Looking for Our Jolie

RA needs a spokesperson. Someone in the public eye. Someone who is respected and admired. We need someone to whom people will pay attention, someone who can in one moment teach the world about RA.   Last week, Angelina Jolie did that for breast cancer. She shared her story about being one in a fraction of women who have a faulty gene which... Read moreChevron
posted 05/22/2013, comments (7)|
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James Thompson, MD

James Thompson, MD, Health Pro

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Board Certified Allergist and Asthma Specialist
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Asthma: Seven Tips on How to Save Money on Your Asthma Medications

Healthcare expenses in the United States have escalated in recent years. Insurance premiums, copays and deductibles have taken a huge bite out of the pockets of consumers. The cost of medications has proportionately soared despite the economic downturn. As an asthma care provider, I know the importance of reminding my patients to continue to take... Read moreChevron
posted 04/25/2013, comments (0)|
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Kathi MacNaughton

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Tips for Traveling When You Have COPD

Taking a trip when you have a debilitating chronic illness like COPD can be challenging, but with a little planning and preparation, it CAN be done successfully. You and/or any caregivers can use these tips to make the whole process go more smoothly.   1. First off, be sure you discuss your plans with your doctor. Your doctor can make sure... Read moreChevron
posted 02/18/2013, comments (0)|
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James Thompson MD

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Board Certified Allergist and Internist
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Christmas Trees May Make You Sneezy and Wheezy

Is your Christmas tree making you wheeze? Find out if artificial trees would work better for you or if you can make your natural Christmas tree more asthma friendly. Doc, I get sick every Christmas and end up missing a few days of work. I take my family out to pick a live tree the weekend after Thanksgiving every year and 1-2 weeks later my... Read moreChevron
posted 12/13/2012, comments (0)|
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Maryee

Maryee, Health Guide

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I am in my mid-40s, have kids, work full-time, & manage our home.
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Calculating Weight Loss

I am arming myself with a new toolkit in my battle to lose weight and get in shape. It's time to turn to the pros - those who have more knowledge, can figure out the ins and outs of things and just spit out the correct information. Someone who can step in and do all the necessary calculations for me and just show me the results so I know what to... Read moreChevron
posted 03/12/2012, comment (1)|
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