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It’s Complicated: Diabetes and Your Kidneys

According to the National Kidney Foundation, 26 million Americans have kidney disease and millions more are at an increased risk. Chronic kidney disease (CKD) may be caused by diabetes, high blood pressure and other disorders. Learn more in a free web chat on Tuesday, March 16 at noon.

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What's Your Risk for Colorectal Cancer?

See how you score against colon cancer. Take our free online risk assessment.

Get Plastic Smart

Bisphenol-A (BPA), a common plastic additive, has recently been linked to heart disease. Choose BPA-free whenever possible.
Healthy Snack

Mediterranean diet–friendly snack idea: Chickpeas roasted with olive oil, salt and paprika until dark and crunchy.
Natural Germ Fighter

Kill germs on your cutting boards and counters by spritzing them with white vinegar and letting them air-dry.

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Colonoscopy: What's Stopping You?

A colonoscopy can save your life.
Osteoporosis: More than One Way to Bolster Bone

If your oral meds are causing side effects, don’t give up. Talk to your doctor about alternatives.
Vitamin E and Folic Acid: The Last Word

Headlines about vitamins and heart health often give conflicting information, confusing and frustrating readers. What can we believe? And what vitamins should we take?

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Winter 2010

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In This Issue

Surviving the Second Half of Winter

Winter is half over. Use these tips to stay well and feel great through winter’s grueling second half.
The Softer Side of Cancer Care

Patients with cancer are finding a host of wellness opportunities at Cleveland Clinic.
Osteoporosis: More than One Way to Bolster Bone

If your oral meds are causing side effects, don’t give up. Talk to your doctor about alternatives.