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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Your Baby and Speech and Language Development: What to Expect

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When do kids start talking? The question is common among parents. Watching your baby discover their new world is a...

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Sleep, Obesity and How They Are Related

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The value of a good night’s sleep is priceless! Why is sleep important? Sleep is a restorative process for the brain and...

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Hernia Signs and Symptoms and When to See a Doctor 

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What is a hernia? “ Hernia” is just a fancy word that really means hole. Everyone’s abdominal wall is made of layers...

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Top Three Resolutions Every Man Should Make

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As we head toward the start of another year, many of us make resolutions. Often those resolutions focus on healthier...

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Flexitarian and Other Variations of a Vegetarian Diet

Brown University Health Blog Team
December 16, 2021

A vegetarian is someone who does not eat meat and follows a plant-based diet. There are many variations to a vegetarian...

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Cervical Cancer and HPV: Facts, Symptoms, Screenings and Treatment

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What is cervical cancer? Cervical cancer is one of the most common forms of gynecologic cancer (cancer that starts in a...

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