Swimming and Water Safety Tips for the Pool, Beach, and Boat

Injury Prevention Center
June 21, 2023

Summer is finally here. As the weather warms, many of us head to pools, beaches or boats to cool off. It’s a great way to spend a hot summer day, but each presents some dangers. Following safety recommendations is critical...

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The Importance of Men's Health Month

The Men's Health Center
June 5, 2023

At every stage of life, men are encouraged to consider three equally important aspects of their health—physical health, mental health and social connection. Men’s Health Week and Men’s Health Month raise awareness of how...

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For A Healthy Brain, Keep Your Stress Level Low and Sleep Quality High

Chuang-Kuo Wu, MD
November 21, 2022

Good brain health is important to a healthy future, and in many cases can reduce your risk for developing dementia, including Alzheimer’s disease. Two important ways to bolster your brain health are to reduce stress and...

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What Is A Migraine and How Is It Treated?

Preston W. Douglas, MD
August 31, 2022

Have you ever had a headache that was so severe that light and noise made the pulsating pain on the side of your head feel like a hot stabbing knife for hours on end, and you wanted nothing more than to lie still in a dark...

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How Fitness Trackers Can Help You Manage Your Health

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Thinking about getting a fitness tracker to help you manage your health? There are plenty of benefits to using a fitness...

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Bladder Health and Aging: Steps You Can Take Today

Elias S. Hyams, MD
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As with almost all aspects of your health, making small, healthy lifestyle changes today will have big impacts as you...

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Essential Winter Travel Tips to Keep You Safe and Cozy 

Brown University Health Blog Team
December 5, 2023

Whether you’re visiting family over the holidays or planning a special ski trip, cold-weather travel can be tricky. But...

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10 Holiday Tips for Children with Diabetes

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The holidays should be a joyous time. But for children with type 1 or type 2 diabetes, this can be a tough time of year...

The Truth about Bariatric Surgery: 10 Myths and Facts

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Obesity is often thought to be just a weight-related condition. More studies, however, have found that it affects many...

What is Plantar Fasciitis? Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

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Our feet help us stand, get from place to place, run, jump, dance and more. That activity relies on a network of bones...

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