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- Winter slips and trips: Quick care for sprains, strains and fracturesJanuary 05, 2026HCA VirginiaLearn practical ways to prevent winter slips and falls — from choosing proper footwear to de-icing walkways — so you can stay safe on snow and ice all season long.
- Cold, flu, RSV: When fevers need a same-day visitJanuary 05, 2026HCA VirginiaLearn when a fever from cold, flu or RSV needs a same-day doctor visit or ER trip. Know danger signs in babies, children and adults and when home care is enough.
- Understanding your blood pressure numbersJanuary 05, 2026HCA VirginiaLearn what your systolic and diastolic blood pressure numbers mean, what counts as normal or high and how to lower your risk of heart disease and stroke.
- 5 ways to jump-start heart healthJanuary 05, 2026HCA VirginiaLearn five simple ways to jump-start your heart health — eat smarter, manage stress, move more, track key numbers and cut back on smoking and alcohol at any age.
- How a good night’s sleep benefits your digestionDecember 08, 2025HCA VirginiaSleep and digestion aren’t often associated with one another, but research shows a link between getting a good night’s sleep and proper eating habits.
- What science says about how to stick with your New Year’s resolutionsDecember 08, 2025HCA VirginiaMost people have a difficult time keeping New Year’s resolutions. But starting with small, manageable goals can often set one up for success.
- Why you’re suddenly allergic to everythingDecember 08, 2025HCA VirginiaAllergies that appear as people become adults are on the rise. They can be caused by changes in seasons, as well as environmental factors.
- Gentle exercises for pregnancy back painDecember 08, 2025HCA VirginiaMore than 50 percent of women suffer from back pain during pregnancy. Here are some stretches and exercises you can use to find relief.
- Don't delay: 12 signs you should go to the emergency roomDecember 03, 2025HCA VirginiaFiguring out whether a condition requires emergency care can sometimes be tricky. Here are 12 symptoms that can warrant a trip to the emergency room.
- Men's mental health challenges that shouldn't be ignoredNovember 03, 2025HCA VirginiaMany men who are suffering from mental health challenges do so in silence. These tips are designed to help them find help and support.