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Illness & Disability

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Health is often taken for granted, until it’s gone. Whether you’re coping with a disability, a serious illness, or the strain of caregiving, these articles can provide you with hope and strategies for coping with challenges.

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Long COVID

Symptoms and help for COVID long haulers


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Coronavirus Anxiety: Coping with Stress, Fear, and Worry

Cope with the fear and uncertainty and protect your mental health

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Cancer Prevention Diet

How to lower your risk with cancer-fighting foods

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Caregiver Stress and Burnout

Tips for regaining your energy, optimism, and hope

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Coping with a Life-Threatening Illness

Dealing with a diagnosis of cancer, heart disease, or other serious illness

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The Diabetes Diet

Eating to prevent, control, and reverse diabetes

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Family Caregiving

Finding caregiver support and making caregiving more rewarding

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Heart-Healthy Diet Tips

Eating to prevent heart disease and improve cardiovascular health

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Living Well with a Disability

How to overcome challenges and build a fulfilling life

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Blood Pressure and Your Brain

Lifestyle changes to protect your heart and brain health


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PANS and PANDAS: Acute-Onset OCD in Children

How to help your child


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Hearing and Mental Health

How hearing loss or damage can affect your mental well-being


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Disability at Work

How to cope with challenges and thrive


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Preparing for a Medical Appointment

Managing anxiety and making the most of your time with a healthcare provider


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Chronic Pain and Mental Health

How to manage pain and improve your mood and outlook