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What To Do If You Choke While Alone

Finding yourself in a medical emergency with no one around can be a very scary thing. Knowing what to do
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Amid a $7 million deficit to Texas’ suicide hotline, thousands of calls are abandoned monthly

By Stephen Simpson, The Texas Tribune “Amid a $7 million deficit to Texas’ suicide hotline, thousands of calls are abandoned
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DSHS’s Oral Rabies Vaccination Program expands bait distribution area

Texas Department of State Health Services is kicking off its annual Oral Rabies Vaccination Program bait drop Tuesday, Jan. 7,
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3 ways to boost longevity in 2025

by Maria Cohut, Ph.D. Research from the past 12 months has pinpointed some of the lifestyle factors that are linked to
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Study identifies 11 strong predictors for dementia that may aid early diagnosis

by Paul Ian Cross, PhD Millions of Americans are at risk of developing dementia, but early detection and proactive measures could
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Primary care can play key role in suicide prevention

NIMH-funded study used universal screening, risk assessment, and safety planning to reduce suicide attempts among adult primary care patients Suicide
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4 or 5-minute bouts of intense exercise may slash cardiovascular risk

by Corrie Pelc Past studies show that getting enough physical activity can help lower a person’s risk for major adverse cardiovascular
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Have a holly jolly… workout

UTRGV expert shares tips on staying fit for the best time of the year – the holiday season By Heriberto
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Potential Treatment for Eliminating HIV from the Brain

Despite decades of research and the availability of antiretroviral medications, HIV continues to pose a significant health challenge. While these
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Know The Signs Of Strokes – & Call 911

Mid Valley Urgent Care in Mercedes, The Clinic in Weslaco available to help patients in reducing their risk of stroke
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