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Let’s talk: The silent threat you should not ignore- Blood Clots! Blood clots are a hidden health hazard that can strike without warning—and sometimes, without any symptoms at all. While clotting is a natural and life-saving response to bleeding, it can quickly become dangerous when blood clots form inside the veins or arteries, blocking circulation…

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This Column Will Save Your Life

Let’s talk…Microplastics: The Tiny Threat Lurking in Our Food    Microplastics, tiny plastic particles less than 5 millimeters in diameter- down to 1/25,000th of an inch- have become a pervasive environmental concern in recent years. They originate from larger plastic items breaking down over time or are intentionally produced for industrial uses, such as in…

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Let’s talk…What is falling asleep with “Cognitive Shuffling”?

Let’s talk…What is falling asleep with “Cognitive Shuffling”? By Jean Davenport-Niles In the search for a better night’s sleep, emergency physician and sleep expert Dr. Joe Whittington is making waves with a technique called cognitive shuffling—a simple, screen-free mental exercise that’s helping people drift off faster and sleep deeper. What is this? Cognitive shuffling involves…

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Let’s remember – Mother’s Day is May 11

Let’s remember – Mother’s Day is May 11 The American concept of Mother’s Day was created by Anna Jarvis in 1908 and became an official holiday in 1914. It is also a time to show your love for other wonderful women in your life who were a “mother” figure to you.    Our moms are…

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Let’s talk… Most of your house dust is your dead skin!

Let’s talk… Most of your house dust is your dead skin! The next time you get mad at all the dust in your place, remember that it’s your fault. Humans lose 30,000 to 40,000 dead skin cells each minute. So, aside from the dust from the streets, most of the dust bunnies gunking up your…

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Let’s talk… Most of your house dust is your dead skin!

Let’s talk… Most of your house dust is your dead skin! The next time you get mad at all the dust in your place, remember that it’s your fault. Humans lose 30,000 to 40,000 dead skin cells each minute. So, aside from the dust from the streets, most of the dust bunnies gunking up your…

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Let’s talk—-Easter is coming-Why Easter Matters

Let’s talk—-Easter is coming-Why Easter Matters In the book, Why Easter Matters by Andy Staley, the author reminds us about the decision of whether to put trust in God or not. What do our actions say about that decision? Mr. Stanley states: “One of the things that baffles non-Christians about Christians is how often Christians…

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Let’s talk…Has anyone hurt you lately? Are you building walls?

Let’s talk…Has anyone hurt you lately? Are you building walls? Emotional walls are defense mechanisms people build to protect themselves from perceived harm or offense. These walls are often erected when someone feels hurt, disrespected, or betrayed. The act of withdrawing emotionally might stem from past experiences where vulnerability led to pain, and the defense…

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Let’s talk…How to Feed Backyard Wild Birds from Your Hand

Let’s talk…How to Feed Backyard Wild Birds from Your Hand Feeding wild birds from your hand might sound like a fairy tale, but it’s a rewarding and surprisingly achievable experience. Not only does it allow you to connect with nature in an intimate way, but it can also offer mindful benefits that promote relaxation and…

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