Preventing health problems from developing is an important part of staying healthy and avoiding expensive medical care down the road. Preventive care can help your doctors detect and treat health problems early. Some examples include getting an annual checkup and screening for conditions like breast cancer.
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North Carolina is known for Southern comfort food that is made from scratch and unique to the area. Dish This!, a Specialty Foods Association catalog, makes ordering local food from manufacturers and retailers easier than ever.
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According to Merriam-Webster.com, the word of the year is “frequently looked up at Merriam-Webster.com, and must show a significant increase in lookups over the previous year.”
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Looking for a way to kick-start the new year? Consider a juice cleanse. Experts say juice cleanses provide the body with a safe and effective way to rid itself of toxins, infuse doses of vitamins and nutrients, aid in digestion and potentially boost overall health.
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In the small town of Littleton, North Carolina, you can visit a museum that displays all things that go bump…
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Whether you’re a traditionalist and like the feel of pages in your hand, or you prefer to download your books, indulge this January in honor of National Book Month.
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We zipped along on our green scooters, passing the impossibly white sand dunes of the Gulf of Mexico on one side and the Santa Rosa Sound on the other, enjoying the unspoiled beauty of Gulf Islands National Seashore in Navarre Beach.
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When I was a kid, I had a strange paranoid tendency, though I think I came by it honestly.
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After news broke that up to 87 million accounts on Facebook were compromised, exposing raw data on users, significant effects were felt.
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The best way to save time, money and stress when it comes to health care is to be an informed consumer. Check your benefits booklet to learn what is and is not covered by your plan.
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It’s that time of year when the most delightful and inspiring holiday campaigns are unveiled; Tiffany & Co. is no stranger to bringing festive magic to life.
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These five hacks will ensure you have a great time with your co-workers.
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With Black Friday and Cyber Monday behind us, estimates are that more will be spent this holiday season than last.
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Are you looking for the perfect place to buy unique gifts for the holidays? Look no further – the Blue Ridge Artisans Show and Sale features the work of McDowell County artisans displaying pottery, woodworking, basketry, jewelry, textile arts and other fine crafts.
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The number of service dogs on airplanes has drastically risen over the past couple of years. Service dogs and other emotional support animals are allowed to sit with their owner on the plane, causing many issues for airlines.
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Taking your contacts out every night is more important than you think. With over 45 million contact lens-wearers across the nation, it’s important to be educated about corneal ulcers.
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Like to shop local? Yelp released its 2018 top 20 cities to shop locally. Asheville, North Carolina, ranked second on the list, behind Laguna Beach, California.
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Over the past several years, fires have threatened the lives of passengers who ride on helicopters. Civilian helicopters are used for sightseeing, utility repairs, emergency medical transportation and everything in between.
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On any given day during the holidays, homemade pastries, white chocolate and sugar cookies might be in the break room. So how will you stay healthy during this season of sweet treats?
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The lights on your dashboard are indicators to alert you of an issue with your vehicle that shouldn’t be ignored. Here are the four most common dashboard lights.
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Many think that winter is for hibernation. But in Sylva, Dillsboro, Cherokee and Cashiers, it is an undiscovered season with limitless offerings perfect for a seasonal getaway.
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The 13th annual Carrboro Film Festival features world-class films of every length and genre and is known for packed houses and standing ovations. The festival is a two-day celebration Nov. 17-18.
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According to Karen Molnar, a registered dietitian nutritionist for UNC Physicians Network in Cary, the holiday meal has changed over the last decade. She attributes the shift in part to food intolerance and allergies.
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The Nowait guest app lets you see the current wait times for eating establishments that are close to you. You can put yourself on a waiting list, even if the place does not take reservations.
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You’ve got some hungry guests coming for Thanksgiving, which means you need to find a tasty turkey. Here’s what you should consider:
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Medicare is the health insurance program run by the federal government that makes it more affordable to pay for health care.
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Feeling my muscles push, breathing hard, time – all things I took for granted before ALS. Never again. Now I race to feel alive.
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According to Statista.com, 57 percent of Americans said celebrating Thanksgiving is “very important” to them with another 27 percent indicating it is “rather important.”
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A Place at the Table, a pay-what-you-can cafe in downtown Raleigh, will be getting well-deserved national attention this month on NBC’s “Today” show during the week of Thanksgiving.
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