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Healthy Living

3 health benefits of indoor plants

Natural gardening: healthier planet, healthier you

Learning to Love CrossFit with Danielle Melnick

Danielle Melnick

Here’s why laughter is the best medicine

Maria Heveran, PA-C

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George Avetian, DO, & Amanda Otruba, RDN

Set a new health goal — be kind to yourself

Joseph Candelore, MD

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Jodi Jordan, PA-C

Healthy recipes for the holidays

5 health benefits of yoga backed by research

Stressed out? Listen to your brain and body.

Laura Keys Campbell, PHD

Do essential oils really work?

Susan Werner, MD

Eating well on a budget — eat healthy and spend less

Janet D Milner, RDN

Keystone State Games 5K Run/Walk & Esports Challenge

Jonathan Davies

Enjoy fall — safely

Back to school tips for keeping kids healthy

Stacey A. Cummings

Canning: An Old-Fashioned Skill Perfect for Modern Life

Emily Newhard, RDN

How to treat shin splints

Shazad Shaikh, MD

Lawnmower safety tips (from a surgeon with 8 toes)

Dr. Gerard J. Cush, MD

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